What happened: Evan Mobley converted a one-foot putback dunk in the first quarter, cutting into an early deficit with the score sitting at 25-22 with 36.8 seconds left in the opening frame. The play came on a second-chance possession, with Mobley cleaning up a miss at the rim.

Why it matters: Second-chance points and rim pressure from Mobley are central to how his team generates easy offense, especially when half-court sets stall. Activity on the offensive glass from the big man is a leading indicator of how engaged the frontcourt is on both ends.

What to watch: Watch whether Mobley keeps crashing the offensive boards as the game progresses and whether his early activity translates into foul trouble for the opposing frontcourt.