Why Lakers vs. Thunder Ranks Among the Worst Matchups in NBA Playoff History
The Thunder swept their four-game season series again the Lakers.

The Thunder swept their four-game season series again the Lakers.

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault provided an injury update on Jalen Williams ahead of Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Los Angeles Lakers. Daigneault and the Thunder will look to build off their first-round sweep against the Phoenix Suns. Williams, nursing a Grade-1 left hamstring strain, has been sidelined since […] The post Thunder’s Mark Daigneault provides Jalen Williams injury update ahead of Lakers series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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. After Daigneault and the Thunder swept the Phoenix Suns in the opening round of the playoffs, they’re preparing for the Lakers, whom they’ll face in the Western Conference semifinals. Daigneault discussed Doncic’s […] The post Thunder coach Mark Daigneault’s revealing Luka Doncic take ahead of Lakers series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LeBron James warns Lakers protecting the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder, highlighting Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP form as Luka Doncic’s injury clouds Los Angeles’ playoff momentum.

The Oklahoma City Thunder swept past the Phoenix Suns in the first round, and while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets a big part of the headlines, multiple players contributed to the 4-0 series victory. One guy that hasn’t had his chance just yet is Jared McCain. McCain is still getting acclimated to both the city and his […] The post Thunder fans will love Jared McCain’s ‘forever’ declaration appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The controversy around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has intensified with time, as analysts and fans have given divided opinions on his playing style.

Stephen Curry didn’t hold back reflecting on his toughest season — and his message about the NBA is telling for the Warriors. The post Warriors Star Stephen Curry Makes Blunt Admission After Tough 17th Season appeared first on HEAVY.

A new Luka Dončić report changes expectations — from missing the next round to possibly returning later in the series. The post Lakers Get Major Luka Dončić Update — Timeline Just Changed appeared first on HEAVY.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been more hostile than friendly towards his fellow Canadian Dillion Brooks. Now, hip hop star Drake weighs in.

If the Los Angeles Lakers close out their series against the Houston Rockets, will Luka Doncic be available against the Oklahoma City Thunder? According to a new report, he's still far from suiting up for LA.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made sure the final word landed his way after the Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Phoenix Suns. The All-Star guard delivered a dominant 37-point performance in a 120-107 win to close the series, then followed it up with a viral moment off the court.The message came one day later. Gilgeous-Alexander posted an Instagram […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Trolls Dillon Brooks With ‘Cancun’ Message After Sweep appeared first on HEAVY.

The Oklahoma City Thunder closed out the series against the Phoenix Suns on Monday night, sweeping Phoenix with a 131-122 Game 4 win. On Tuesday, superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander trolled Dillon Brooks with a viral post on Instagram. Gilgeous-Alexander, who is 27 years old, posted an image of himself and Brooks on the court. However, Brooks’ […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shades Dillon Brooks with viral ‘Cancun on 3’ post appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder completed a four-game sweep of the Phoenix Suns in the first round with a 131-122 win at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz. Gilgeous-Alexander and Suns veteran Dillon Brooks had been going at it all series, but it was the Thunder star who had the last laugh. … The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander trolls Dillon Brooks with must-see photo edit appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

"Drake wrote that caption" - NBA Fans Lose It As Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Brutally Roasts Dillon Brooks With 'Cancun' Edit After Suns Sweep sportskeeda.com

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on facing the Lakers-Rockets series winner: "We know what it will look like" Basketball Network

Lakers receive an encouraging update on a star guard ahead of crucial Game 5 against the Rockets.

The Luka Doncic-less Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for a pivotal Game 5 against the Houston Rockets as the first round of the NBA playoffs continue. A disappointing Game 4 loss means a massive Game 5 is on the horizon. Can the Lakers win and reserve a date with the defending champion Oklahoma City […] The post Luka Doncic Injury Update: Lakers Get Major News on Star’s Return Ahead of Game 5 appeared first on HEAVY.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander warns Thunder against complacency, closely studying Lakers vs Rockets series, highlighting strengths and weaknesses ahead of second-round playoff showdown despite dominant Suns sweep.

Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks are back to being friends. The No. 1 seed Thunder swept Brooks and the eighth-seeded Suns 131-122 in Game 4 on Monday at Mortgage Matchup Center. Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge with 31 points on ...

The Los Angeles Lakers will clinch a second-round matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder with a win on Wednesday.

Elite players recognize elite players. Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker knows greatness when he sees it. Booker and the Suns saw their season end Monday at Mortgage Matchup Center. The defending champions Oklahoma City Thunder eliminated them with a 131-122 victory in Game 4, completing a ...

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sees beyond the villainous aura of Dillon Brooks. After Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder completed a first-round sweep of the Phoenix Suns with a 131-122 win on Monday at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz., the reigning NBA Most Valuable Player gave Brooks his flowers despite the Suns forward’s image in the … The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sets the record straight on Dillon Brooks’ reputation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
