The home team had a hesitant start in the first quarter, trailing 3-9 against a Surne Bilbao Basket that was not showing its best form either. After a timeout called by coach Lakovic, the team reacted, showing greater speed in attack and managing to reduce the deficit, although the first quarter ended 17-24.
In the second quarter, Surne Bilbao Basket extended their lead with a triple from Frey and maintained their solidity, characterized by good ball handling and team play. Despite La Laguna Tenerife's attempts to close the gap, the visiting team went into halftime with a considerable 36-49 advantage, raising doubts about the home team's performance.
La Laguna Tenerife was generating doubts. And quite a few, at halftime.
