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Late surge sends Thunder past Lakers, back to West finals
Late surge sends Thunder past Lakers, back to West finals
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Late surge sends Thunder past Lakers, back to West finals
by Thea Divina12 May 2026
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The Oklahoma City Thunder completed a dominant postseason run Tuesday (PH time), defeating the Los Angeles Lakers, 115-110, to secure a Western Conference semifinals sweep and advance to the NBA Western Conference Finals for the second straight season.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 35 points and eight assists, steering a late-game surge that sealed Oklahoma City’s second consecutive 4-0 series victory in the NBA Playoffs presented by Google. The Thunder have now opened the postseason with eight straight wins.

Rookie guard Ajay Mitchell delivered a breakout performance, scoring a playoff career-high 28 points along with four assists and four steals, also a postseason best. Chet Holmgren added 16 points and nine rebounds to anchor the interior.

The Lakers led early, taking a 26-21 advantage after the first quarter and holding a slim 84-80 edge heading into the fourth. Oklahoma City responded with a decisive final period, outscoring Los Angeles 35-26 to close out the game.

With the win, the Thunder became just the 11th team in NBA history to start a playoff run 8-0, joining elite company that includes the 2017 Golden State Warriors (15-0) and the 2001 Los Angeles Lakers (11-0).

Oklahoma City now awaits its opponent in the Western Conference Finals as it looks to extend its unbeaten postseason streak.

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