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NBA News / Yardbarker / May 6
Austin Reaves endures historically poor playoff shooting game in Lakers' loss
Without a co-star to rely on, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a 108-90 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first game of their second-round series.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / May 6
Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt gets diagnosis for gruesome finger injury
Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt suffered a full dislocation of his right pinkie finger during Game 1 of their series against the Thunder on Tuesday.
The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
How many of the players in NBA history to score at least 20 points and haul in at least 15 rebounds in Game 7 of a postseason series since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Field Level Media / May 5
Lakers put up good fight but Thunder prove too much, take Game 1
Chet Holmgren had 24 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 108-90 home win over the Los Angeles Lakers to open their second-round playoff series on Tuesday.
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.
Luguentz Dort News / EssentiallySports / May 6
'Lu Dort Is Little Close to the Dirty Side': Robert Horry Warns Lakers of Thunder Star With an Unique Solution
The last two times the Los Angeles Lakers faced the defending champions, they suffered multiple injuries to two core players, back-to-back blowout losses, and a grueling physical matchup.
Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams have perfect reaction to Jared McCain’s pull-up 3
The Oklahoma City Thunder continued their quest to defend their title as they hosted the Los Angeles Lakers at Paycom Center on Tuesday in Game 1 of their second-round series.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 6
Winners and losers from Tuesday's NBA playoff action
The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Detroit Pistons each collected Game 1 victories to start their second-round playoff series.
Mark Daigneault News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5
Thunder HC Mark Daigneault isn’t taking Lakers lightly in Game 1 despite lopsided odds
The Oklahoma City Thunder is taking on the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the playoffs after sweeping the Phoenix Suns in Round 1. Although OKC is considered a huge favorite for Game 1 against L.A., head coach Mark Daigneault is not taking his opponent lightly on Tuesday.
Why Kobe Bryant was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘first big role model’
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be public enemy number one for Los Angeles Lakers fans during the Western Conference Semifinals, but the Oklahoma City Thunder superstar holds no ill-will for the Purple and Gold.
Isaiah Hartenstein Must Continue Dominance On The Glass In Round 2
Oklahoma City will need its big man to keep doing the Thunder’s dirty work in round two. The Thunder are set to kick off their Western Conference Semi-Finals matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night.
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.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Athlon Sports / May 5
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Shares Mindset Before Lakers-Thunder Playoff Series
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is playing at a level that's hard to argue with right now, and the Oklahoma City Thunder are built around exactly that. In Year 7, he claimed his first MVP.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 5
LeBron James explains Lakers' approach to Thunder series without Luka Doncic
Talking to Steve Nash on their "Mind The Game" podcast, the four-time NBA champion opened up on his team's approach to the Western Conference semifinals.
NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / May 5
Los Angeles Lakers at Oklahoma City Thunder Preview, Prediction & Odds | May 5, 2026
The Western Conference semifinals open with a heavyweight Game 1 as the Los Angeles Lakers travel to the Paycom Center to face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday, May 5.
Alex Caruso News / Scoop B / May 5
From Showtime to Loud City: Alex Caruso on Identifying Championship DNA
Alex Caruso has a knack for finding himself in the middle of winning cultures. Now a two-time NBA Champion and a key member of the Oklahoma City Thunder,
Jalen Williams News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5
Is Jalen Williams playing Tuesday night? Thunder vs. Lakers 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 1 injury report
The Oklahoma City Thunder will look to kick off their second-round series vs. the Los Angeles Lakers on a high note on Tuesday. They will be without star guard Jalen Williams for Game 1.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / May 4
Thunder odds-on NBA title favorites as second round begins
Eight teams are left standing in the NBA playoffs, but it's the top overall seed that stands head and shoulders above the field. The Oklahoma City Thunder are heavy favorites to win their second straight league title as the conference semifinals began Monday night.
NBA News / Field Level Media / May 4
Thunder not taking Lakers for granted ahead of Game 1
The Oklahoma City Thunder blew out the Los Angeles Lakers twice in the final two weeks of the regular season. The Thunder won those two games by an average of 39.5 points per game.
Jalen Williams News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4
Thunder make official Jalen Williams announcement for Game 1
Ahead of Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinals series against the Los Angeles Lakers, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams headlined the defending champion’s injury report on Monday.
Lakers Big Man Explains 'Thunderous' Challenge of Playing in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City is one of the toughest places in the league to play, and the Thunder’s next opponent is aware of the home-court advantage in Paycom Center.
Luguentz Dort News / Scoop B / May 5
The Dorture Chamber: Lu Dort on Round 2, Defensive Peers & the OKC Soundtrack
Entering the second round of the NBA Playoffs as a defending champion brings a different kind of gravity to the hardwood. For Lu Dort, the rugged heartbeat of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s perimeter defense, the shift from hunter to hunted hasn’t changed his blue-collar approach; it has only sharpened his focus.
Chet Holmgren Must Be Prepared To Take On An Elevated Role
Oklahoma City’s big man needs to be prepared for a big role in the second round. The Thunder are gearing up, as their second-round matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers is set to start on Tuesday night.
Mark Daigneault News / Hoops Wire / April 28
Thunder still have yet to lose first-round game under Mark Daigneault
This was never much of a series. It turned into a statement. The Thunder completed a clean sweep of the Suns, finishing it off with a 131-122 win in Game 4 and moving on without much resistance.
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