As the Thunder prepare for Game 2 of the NBA Finals, veteran guard Alex Caruso reflected on the team’s Game 1 collapse and the fine margins that defined the one-point loss. Speaking after practice, Caruso discussed missed opportunities in transition, the impact of Indiana’s defensive pressure, and the importance of quickly flushing mistakes as Game 2 becomes a must-win.

Indiana’s Pressure Throws Off Rhythm, But Shots Were There

Caruso acknowledged that the Pacers’ full-court pressure is more about disrupting timing than completely denying good looks: “Their pressure… is more to get us out of rhythm. I thought we got good shots.” However, he noted room for growth when it comes to flowing into secondary actions—something OKC can clean up heading into Game 2.

Execution Down the Stretch Was

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