Chris Paul wanted 16 seasons to reach the NBA Finals and if his place in Tuesday’s series opener was any sign, he’s determined to get that first ring.
Paul scored 32 points, including 16 in the third quarter, leading the Phoenix Suns to a 118-105 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals at the Phoenix Suns Arena.
Devin Booker scored 27 points and DeAndre Ayton added a double-double, posting 22 points and 19 rebounds for the Suns, who played in their first NBA Finals in nearly 30 years.
The game was the first NBA Finals game in Arizona since 1993 and Phoenix’s first playoff appearance since 2010.