The Oklahoma City Thunder were the better basketball team for about 45 minutes of Game 1 in the NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers. Through the entire first half, the Thunder executed with elite precision,

The Oklahoma City Thunder opened the NBA Finals with a stunning defeat, falling 111-110 to the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday at the Paycom Center. Here’s a look at the numbers behind the Thunder’s loss: Pre-order our new book on Thunder's rise to NBA Finals CARLSON: Thunder takes gut punch in Game 1.

The way the Oklahoma City Thunder lost Game 1 of the NBA Finals was heartbreaking. They led for the game's entirety, until Tyrese Haliburton quieted the Paycom Center and thrust a dagger into the hearts of the Thunder.