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NBA News / Yardbarker / May 12
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander praises LeBron James after Lakers-Thunder series
After the Thunder's sweep of the Lakers, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made sure to recognize the significance of competition against James at this point in his career.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 12
What LeBron James did, didn't say about retirement after Thunder complete sweep of Lakers
James turned 41 years old this past December, is a four-time NBA champion and is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz
How many of the active players in the NBA with at least 100 double-doubles in their career can you name in six minutes?
Chet Holmgren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 12
Watch Thunder star Chet Holmgren bury Lakers with clutch go-ahead throwdown
Chet Holmgren delivered in the clutch with a huge two-handed dunk that gifted the Oklahoma City Thunder the final lead of the game in their Game 4 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night.
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.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 12
LeBron James falls short in final minute as Thunder sweep Lakers
In 23 seasons and 19 trips to the postseason, James has only been swept four times.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Field Level Media / May 12
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder eke out sweep-sealing win over Lakers
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points as the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder advanced to the Western Conference finals with a 115-110 victory over the Lakers on Monday, completing a four-game sweep in what potentially was LeBron James' final game for Los Angeles.
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / May 12
Watch: Thunder outlast Lakers in Game 4 to complete series sweep
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 115-110 in Game 4 on Monday to complete the series sweep. The first quarter wasn’t a pretty display of shooting for either team.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 12
Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drops the mic with Ajay Mitchell claim
The Los Angeles Lakers came into their semifinal series against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a single-minded game plan to contain Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Mitchell, Gilgeous-Alexander Shine as OKC Thunder Complete Sweep of Lakers
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 115-110 Monday night at Crypto.com Arena. The Thunder sweep once again, improving their record to 8-0 and punching their ticket into the Western Conference Finals for the second consecutive season.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 12
Thunder sweep Lakers after stunning ending to Game 4
The Oklahoma City Thunder didn’t just walk into Crypto.com Arena and win on Monday night; they might have ended an era. In a pulse-pounding 115-110 victory, OKC finished a four-game sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers, sending LeBron James into a summer filled with massive questions.
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 / Larry Brown Sports / May 12
Dillon Brooks pulled savage stunt to troll LeBron James in Game 4
Brooks took time out of his not-so-busy schedule to prey on James’ downfall.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 11
Austin Reaves’s sick handles had Jaylin Williams lost in Game 4 vs. Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers needed all their stars to step up Monday. Austin Reaves especially after the Oklahoma City Thunder cooked him fiercely in Game 3.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 12
Winners, losers from NBA playoffs: Thunder send Lakers home
Monday night in the NBA playoffs, the Cleveland Cavaliers roared back to tie their second-round series with the Detroit Pistons, while LeBron James missed a go-ahead shot in the final seconds as the Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Los Angeles Lakers.
Jalen Williams News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 11
Jalen Williams’ Mount Rushmore of Jalens features 1 glaring omission
The Oklahoma City Thunder are poised to sweep the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Finals. Meanwhile, Jalen Williams, who’s battling a hamstring injury, is taking some time out to focus on something else of sorts.
OKC Thunder Keeping Perfect Postseason is About More Than Just an Accolade
There seems to be no end to the dominant stretch the Oklahoma City Thunder are on. OKC is currently tearing through the Western Conference Playoffs, as it is 7-0, and is looking to pull off its second sweep of the postseason on Monday night against the Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 11
Nick Nurse's overuse of stars led to Knicks sweep
The Sixers may have been overmatched against the Knicks, but the team would have certainly extended the series had their stars not been exhausted.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 11
Thunder rumors: 2026 NBA Draft trade plan after getting No. 12, 17 picks
With the Oklahoma City Thunder owning the No. 12 and 17 picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, there is a question from the basketball world if the team will even keep the selections.
Alex Caruso News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 11
Thunder’s Alex Caruso thinks SGA could get even friendlier whistle – These stats prove his point
On Monday night, the Oklahoma City Thunder will look to become the first team in nine years to sweep their way to the conference finals as they take the floor for Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 11
Final Injury Report for Thunder-Lakers Game 4: Will Luka Doncic, Jalen Williams Play?
The Los Angeles Lakers are at home on Monday night as they host the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals. Los Angeles enters Monday’s game trailing 0-3 in the series after losing at home to Oklahoma City in Game 3 on Saturday night.
OKC Thunder Need Another Big Night from Ajay Mitchell in Game 4 vs. Lakers
Oklahoma City is set for a potential closeout game in Los Angeles, and it could use another big performance from its newest backcourt star. On Monday night, the Thunder will be on the road again for Game 4 of their second-round series against the Lakers.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 11
Perfect trade Thunder must make using picks 12, 17 in 2026 NBA Draft
The Oklahoma City Thunder have an embarrassment of riches. Thus far in the 2026 NBA playoffs, the defending champions are 7-0, and it seems unlikely that anything will stop them from repeating.
2026 NBA Mock Draft: Projections for OKC Thunder Following Draft Lottery
Just one day after the OKC Thunder took a 3-0 series lead against the Los Angeles in the Western Conference Semifinals, Oklahoma City learned its draft spot for the 2026 class.
NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 11
OKC Thunder Hoping for Another Hot Shooting Night to Close Out Lakers
Oklahoma City has been on fire all series, and one more hot night should send the defending champions back to the conference finals. On Monday night, the Thunder will be looking to advance to the Western Conference Finals for the second straight year.
NBA News / Field Level Media / May 10
Thunder look to complete sweep of Lakers in Game 4
The Oklahoma City Thunder will be out to remain perfect in the playoffs when they face the host Los Angeles Lakers on Monday in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals with a chance to move on to the next round.
NBA News / Field Level Media / May 9
Thunder bury Lakers in second half to take 3-0 series lead
Ajay Mitchell scored 18 of his 24 points in the second half and the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the final 24 minutes en route to a convincing 131-108 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of their Western Conference second-round series on Saturday night.
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