Thunder vs. Lakers schedule: Dates, times, TV channels, scores for 2026 NBA Playoffs series
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On Tuesday night, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Los Angeles Lakers will begin their duel in the Western Conference Semifinals. The Thunder had no difficulties in their first round against the Phoenix Suns whatsoever, as they won each of the four games by an average of 18 points. MVP frontrunner Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 33 points (25, 37, 42, 31).
Heading into this series, Jalen Williams will be questionable after straining his left hamstring during Game 2. One of the biggest questions for Los Angeles in this series will be if star Luka Doncic can return. The team stated that he won't be available for the first portion of the series.
If the Lakers can win some games to extend the series, there is a chance Doncic can return to greatly aid LeBron James, Austin Reaves and the rest of their squad. The Thunder won all four of their regular-season games against the Lakers this season. The winner of this semifinal matchup will take on the winner of the San Antonio Spurs vs.