The Dallas Mavericks' game-changing player was there for Game 1. He was two individuals. If you could merge those two things, Kyrie Doncic defeated the Timberwolves and seized command of the Western Conference Finals.
Kyrie Irving showcased his brilliance in the first half for the Mavericks, while Luka Doncic's game-winning basket in the fourth was a testament to his sheer dominance. Despite both teams not playing at their best, the game remained fiercely competitive until the final buzzer, a challenge the Wolves couldn't match with any lineup.
This is better than nothing, I suppose. Not to mention that it was a road game against a hot club.