The Oklahoma City Thunder did not play their best basketball in Game 1. Despite that, the Thunder still beat the Lakers by 18 showing their wide margin of error.

The Los Angeles Lakers head into Thursday’s Game 2 facing immediate pressure after Oklahoma City dominated the opener 108-90 and looked every bit like the defending champions in the process. MORE: Stephen Curry changes stance on playing in 2028

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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain injected instant energy off the bench in Game 1 against the Los Angeles Lakers.

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