"We controlled play for most of the first two periods, then some of our people let us down."

Although the Knicks controlled play for most of the first half, they led by only 49-44 at intermission.

The Islanders controlled play in the first period and emerged with a 2-0 lead.

Los Angeles controlled play throughout the first half and led, 58-50, at halftime.

The Senators controlled play in all three zones of the ice and won, 3-0.

But the Cowboys controlled play from that point until the concluding minutes.

It did indeed look too tough in the first set, as Becker controlled play and held service consistently.

Shooting 65.8 percent in the first half, the Pistons controlled play and led at halftime, 56-48.

Controlling play from the outset, Atlanta held a 56-48 lead at halftime.

The Ducks killed both penalties and actually controlled play for much of the first period.