Despite the visiting team scoring the initial points, Žalgiris mounted a significant offensive push in the tenth minute, taking the lead with a score of 10:2. While the point differential remained consistent throughout the first period, Žalgiris began to systematically narrow the gap during the second period, eventually taking the lead midway through that quarter with a score of 32:33. By the end of the first half, Žalgiris held a narrow advantage, leading 38:37.
The third period saw Žalgiris launch another offensive surge, scoring 12 points to take a 52:42 lead. Crucially, the team maintained this advantage for the remainder of the game. The largest point differential recorded during the match was in the third period, reaching a six-point margin.
Jonas Valančiūnas was the standout performer for Žalgiris. He contributed 20 points, achieved 7 out of 10 duels, and committed 6 fouls while drawing 6 fouls. Furthermore, Valančiūnas secured 9 rebounds and forced 6 turnovers in a 19-minute span of play.
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