Chris Paul scored 32 points and made nine assists as he inspired the Phoenix Suns to a 118-105 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks in the first NBA Finals appearance of his 16-year-career.
The 36-year-old point guard made the crucial difference in game one, shooting 12 of 19 from the floor.
Devin Booker scored 27 points, while DeAndre Ayton added 22 points and 19 rebounds.
It is the Suns’ first Finals appearance since 1993 as they hunt a first title.