Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Oklahoma City Thunder with 25 points as they began their title defense, dominating the Phoenix Suns 119-84 in Game 1 of their Western Conference playoff series. The Thunder, led by their top-seeded status, will host Game 2 on Wednesday.
Meanwhile, Devin Booker scored 23 points for the Suns, who struggled with 34.9% field goal shooting. In other games, Jayson Tatum's impressive return from injury led the Boston Celtics to a 123-91 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, and Victor Wembanyama made history with 35 points in his playoff debut as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 111-98.