The ratings are down for these NBA Finals, as was expected. Oklahoma City vs. Indiana is a small-market series and the numbers reflect that, with viewership down about 20% from last season and on pace for the poorest TV turnout since the pandemic “bubble” finals in 2020.

During a free-throw attempt by Bennedict Mathurin in the first quarter, Oklahoma City's Luguentz Dort knocked Tyrese Haliburton down with his left elbow.

Guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to be a crafty scorer who gets to his spots with ease.