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Bomani Jones Weighs In on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Place in NBA History

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is breaking records and winning championships, yet the debate about his all-time greatness is just getting started. The Thunder star maintains his impressive performance record, but one major question continues to exist.

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Thunder vs Lakers Second-Round Series Preview and Prediction

This is the most lopsided series on paper — and it might not even be competitive. The Oklahoma City Thunder have been the best team in basketball all season and just rolled through the first round.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4

Why Thunder will destroy Lakers in 5 games in 2026 NBA Playoffs

The Oklahoma City Thunder don’t just enter this Western Conference Semifinals as heavy favorites — they enter it as a freight train with no brakes. With a 64-18 regular season record, a dominant first-round sweep of the Phoenix Suns, and the reigning NBA championship banner hanging in Paycom Center, OKC is built for exactly this moment.

Chet Holmgren News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 4

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.

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The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 30-point games in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 4

Increased Offensive Production From Cason Wallace Would Heavily Benefit OKC Thunder

Going into the Second Round of the Western Conference Playoffs Tuesday night against the No. 4-seeded Los Angeles Lakers, the defending champion and No.

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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.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 3

4 key storylines to follow in Thunder-Lakers series

The defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder will host the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals on Tuesday. After the Thunder swept the Phoenix Suns in the first round, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and company have had a week’s worth of preparation ahead of their best-of-7 series against the Lakers.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 3

Don't Let Social Media Outcry Steal Joy From OKC Thunder Playoff Run

The series hasn't even started yet but the bellyaching on social media has. The Oklahoma City Thunder are embarking on their second round series against the Los Angeles Lakers, the NBA''s biggest brand.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 3

Dominant Second Round Would be Sign of Growth for OKC Thunder

Oklahoma City has been the league’s best team for a couple of seasons, but that dominance hasn’t necessarily translated to the second round. Over the past couple of years, the Thunder have quickly grown out of their rebuild and into a championship contender.

Derek Fisher News / Kicks on SI / May 3

Derek Fisher's Nike Air Max Uptempo Returns in Lakers Colors

The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the Western Conference Playoffs. They could sure benefit from having a point guard as reliable as NBA legend Derek Fisher.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 3

NBA Mock Draft: OKC Thunder Add Polarizing Freshman in Lottery

The Oklahoma City Thunder are still alive in the NBA Playoffs, but the team is also preparing for an important NBA Draft. The 2026 class includes a number of talented prospects, and OKC owns two top-20 selections in this summer's draft.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 3

OKC Thunder Reserves Will Need To Make A Statement In Round 2

The key to a second-round victory for the Thunder doesn’t rely solely on their stars. Oklahoma City is gearing up to start the second round of the playoffs, as they will face the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Semi-Finals.

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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 / HITC / May 3

Chet Holmgren names NBA’s best defender – and it’s not him or Victor Wembanyama

Comparisons between Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama have intensified since 2023, when the French star was drafted by the San Antonio Spurs. Their development has been closely followed since then.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 3

Thunder Star Chet Holmgren Puts the Longevity of LeBron James into Perspective Ahead of Round 2

The Oklahoma City Thunder's upcoming second-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers is full of storylines, but a battle between a championship-proven, but still young, Thunder team against a Lakers squad scattered with long-tenured veterans and unproven youngsters is the biggest highlight.

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The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / May 2

Kendrick Perkins Says Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Would Rank Top 10 All-Time If He Wins It All This Season

Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a phenomenal 2024-25 season, and this 2025-26 campaign could prove to be just as incredible.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2

Thunder’s Chet Holmgren admires LeBron James’ longevity before Lakers series

For the first time in his four-year career, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren will face Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James in the playoffs.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 2

OKC Thunder NBA Playoffs 2nd Round Schedule, Tip Times, TV Broadcast

The Oklahoma City Thunder are taking on the Los Angeles Lakers in Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs with sights set on continuing their postseason journey which features the Bricktown Ballers attempting to repeat as NBA Champions.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2

Thunder coach Mark Daigneault’s revealing Luka Doncic take ahead of Lakers series

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault addressed Los Angeles Lakers All-Star Luka Doncic’s impending return ahead of their Western Conference semifinal series.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 2

Big Man Battle Heavily Favors OKC in Thunder-Lakers Matchup

Oklahoma City is set for a second-round matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers, and the battle of the bigs should be a massive advantage for the defending champions.

NBA News / Oklahoma City Thunder on SI / May 2

Thunder vs. Lakers: Three Ways OKC can Beat Los Angeles

With the Lakers’ 98-78 Game 6 win over the Rockets on Friday, the Oklahoma City Thunder have officially found their second-round opponent. Oklahoma City was the only team to sweep in the first round, and has patiently waited for the conclusion of Rockets-Lakers.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2