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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.
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.
The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 1,500 points in the NBA Playoffs can you name in five minutes?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 11
Is Thunder’s Sam Presti the GOAT? Stephen A. Smith spits hot fire
The Oklahoma City Thunder have a chance to sweep their way into the Western Conference Finals on Monday evening, currently sitting at 7-0 so far in these playoffs.
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.
The OKC Thunder Are Looking For Continued Efficiency From Isaiah Hartenstein In Game 4
The Thunder are looking for another effective performance from their big man. The Oklahoma City Thunder are on the verge of completing their second sweep of the postseason, as they currently lead the Los Angeles Lakers 3-0 in the second round of the playoffs.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 11
Is Jalen Wiliams returning from injury for Game 4 vs. Lakers as Thunder go for sweep?
The Oklahoma City Thunder will look to stay unblemished in the playoffs and complete a sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers in their second-round series. The Thunder will take on the Lakers in Game 4 at Crypto.com on Monday.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / NBA Analysis Network / May 11
The Thunder are overwhelming the Lakers even when Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is not carrying the scoring
The Lakers have spent three games making life difficult for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and still have no answers for Oklahoma City. Gilgeous-Alexander is
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.
Isaiah Joe News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 10
The Thunder's Deep Range Deadeye Has Found His Shot Once Again
One of OKC’s deadliest outside threats seems to be showing signs of life once again. The Oklahoma City Thunder are currently rolling through the playoffs, as they are now up 3-0 in the Western Conference Semi-Finals, after beating the Lakers 131-108 on Saturday night.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / EssentiallySports / May 10
Charles Barkley’s Proposal to Trade Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams Swiftly Rejected in Hilarious Inside the NBA Moment
The Oklahoma City Thunder are making the Los Angeles Lakers look helpless. Another blowout on Saturday pushed the series to a brutal 3-0 lead. But the biggest twist is that Shai Gilgeous Alexander has not even looked like Oklahoma City’s best player.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / Fadeaway World / May 10
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Willing To Make A Big Career Sacrifice For Thunder Amid Struggles
While the Thunder have almost confirmed their place in the Western Conference Finals this year, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is not meeting the expectations of the people when it comes to offensive contributions in the game.
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.
J.J. Redick News / Yardbarker / May 10
Lakers HC JJ Redick sends message after Game 3 loss to Thunder
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers fell again to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals on Saturday with a 131-108 final score, and Lakers head coach JJ Redick isn't happy about it.
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