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JJ Redick: Lakers Made Too Many Mistakes In Game 1 Vs. Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers fought hard in Game 1 of their second-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, but ultimately it wasn’t enough. The Lakers hung around for much of the contest despite being huge underdogs, but eventually fell 108-90 to go down 1-0 in the series.

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LeBron James Diagnoses Lakers’ Offensive Struggles Without Luka Doncic

Even at full strength, it is a very difficult task for the Los Angeles Lakers to get their offense going against the Oklahoma City Thunder defense that is the best in the NBA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / AirJordanChronicles / May 6

JJ Redick Identifies Two Costly Issues That Damaged Lakers vs Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

All the expected main characters of the Lakers-Thunder series were present to make a difference in Game 1, and as usual, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gave Lakers coach JJ Redick the most to think about.

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The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The NBA began awarding the Defensive Player of the Year following the 1982-83 season. Since then, the award has been given out 42 times. How many of the 42 can you name in five minutes?

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Austin Reaves News / HITC / May 6

Austin Reaves breaks unwanted NBA Playoff record after terrible Game 1 shooting

Austin Reaves’ Game 1 performance vs. the Oklahoma City Thunder has now entered the record books, but for all the wrong reasons. The Los Angeles Lakers were already under pressure heading into the series, but a heavy loss in the opener only intensified scrutiny on their supporting cast.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / May 6

Luka Doncic Named One of NBA’s Most Overrated Players Amid Lakers Playoff Run

Luka Doncic has been watching the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff run from the sidelines, and that is not expected to change anytime soon. The six-time All-Star has been sidelined since April 2, when he suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring strain during a regular-season game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 6

Marcus Smart Reacts to JJ Redick’s Lakers Criticism After Thunder Loss

The series between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Oklahoma City Thunder started just as many expected. Mark Daigneault’s team secured a comfortable win, which drew criticism from opposing coach JJ Redick.

Jarred Vanderbilt News / Lakers Nation / May 6

Jarred Vanderbilt Suffered Full Dislocation In Right Pinky Finger

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt left Game 1 of their second round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second quarter with a right finger injury.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 6

LeBron James makes strong Luka Doncic remark after Game 1 loss

The Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder played on Tuesday in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals, but it didn't end the way LeBron James had hoped.

LeBron James explains Lakers' approach to Thunder series without Luka Doncic

LeBron James gets emotional about playing with son Bronny

True or false? Separating fact from fiction in NBA second round

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6

Thunder players were disturbed by Jarred Vanderbilt’s injury

Los Angeles Laker forward Jarred Vanderbilt’s finger injury left Oklahoma City Thunder players repulsed. The Lakers dealt with a bad hand on Monday, not just because of their 108-90 loss to Oklahoma City in Game 1 of their second-round series at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla., but also because of Vanderbilt’s gruesome injury.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / May 6

WWE Legend Ric Flair Faces Backlash Over Luka Doncic Comment

Ric Flair had something to say about Luka Doncic, and NBA fans made sure he heard back. The WWE Hall of Famer took aim at the Los Angeles Lakers star on Tuesday, the same night Los Angeles dropped Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals 108-90 to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / May 6

Austin Reaves Goes Down After Collision with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in Game 1

Fresh off a Grade 2 sprain on his left oblique, Austin Reaves had yet another injury scare during Game 1 of the second round against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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LeBron James News / Total Apex Sports / May 6

LeBron James Discusses Los Angeles Lakers’ Offensive Woes Following Game 1 Loss To Oklahoma City Thunder

The opening bell of the Western Conference Semifinals didn’t exactly ring a happy tune for Los Angeles. If you tuned in to Game 1 hoping for a Hollywood blockbuster, what you actually got was a 108-90 reality check courtesy of the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 6

LeBron James Sends Heartfelt Message About Austin Reaves After Tough Stretch vs. Thunder

LeBron James shrugged off concerns about Austin Reaves despite the guard’s shooting struggles in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 108-90 Game 1 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Austin 3:16 WWE taunts mock LA Lakers star after disastrous playoff shooting

Austin Reaves had the kind of playoff shooting night that fans do not let disappear quietly. The LA Lakers needed a reliable scoring option against the Oklahoma City Thunder, especially in a postseason game where every missed shot carried more weight.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / May 6

'Hope Jeanie Trades You': WWE Legend Ric Flair Blasts Luka Doncic for Remaining Sidelined in Lakers-OKC Series

Despite being underdogs, the Los Angeles Lakers jumped to a 7-0 run. But they couldn’t sustain their scoring as the Oklahoma City Thunder won 108-90. LeBron James’ heroic effort felt short, and he emphasized the gap that teammate Luka Doncic has left due to his injury.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / May 6