Thunder had a perfect 8-0 record at home in the playoffs.
This was the first time since 2013 that every home team won Game 1.
CJ McCollum and Brandon Ingram struggled with their shooting.
Valanciunas had a dominant performance with 20 rebounds.
Pelicans had a chance to tie the game, but missed crucial shots.
What was the final score of the game?
—The final score was 94-92 in favor of the Thunder.
Who were the leading scorers for the Pelicans?
—CJ McCollum and Trey Murphy were the leading scorers for the Pelicans with 20 and 21 points, respectively.
How many offensive rebounds did Valanciunas have?
—Valanciunas had 20 rebounds in total, with 9 of them being offensive rebounds.
Did the Pelicans have a chance to tie the game?
—Yes, the Pelicans had a chance to tie the game, but missed crucial shots in the final moments.
What is the home record for the Thunder in the playoffs?
—The Thunder have a perfect 8-0 record at home in the playoffs.
00:10The Thunder had a perfect 8-0 record at home in the playoffs, making it a perfect eight and zero for home teams in Game 1.
00:26Pelicans' CJ McCollum and Brandon Ingram struggled with their shooting, contributing to their team's loss.
04:18Valanciunas had a dominant performance with 20 rebounds, helping the Pelicans stay competitive throughout the game.
03:38The Pelicans had a chance to tie the game in the final moments, but they missed crucial shots.
