What happened: Tyrese Haliburton took the ball away and finished at the other end before the first-quarter horn. The seventh-year guard entered Opening Night week in No. 0.

Why it matters: Takeaways that turn directly into points add a possession without a half-court set. Early ones establish the defensive activity level for the rotation ahead.

What to watch: Second-quarter lineups and foul count decide whether that pressure continues.