India, June 6 -- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made a historic NBA Finals debut on Thursday, scoring 38 points, five rebounds, and three assists. However, the reigning MVP's performance came on his side, the Oklahoma City Thunder's loss against the Indiana Pacers. SGA's top show was the best NBA Finals debut (stat-wise) in a losing cause.

The 26-year-old also managed to beat GOAT Michael Jordan in an elite list. SGA's 38-point NBA Finals debut was better than the Chicago Bulls legend. Allen Iverson recorded the best NBA Finals debut in 2001, scoring 48 points.

Iverson's iconic 48-point outburst in Game 1, including 18/41 FG and 9/9 FT, led the Sixers to an overtime upset over the Lakers.

Mikan, the NBA's first superstar, dropped 42 points in...