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Thunder Rout Lakers 121-92 With Gilgeous-Alexander’s 30-Point Night, Improve to 12-1

LeBron James participated in a five-on-five workout with the South Bay Lakers earlier in the day, signaling a possible near-term return.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - APRIL 8: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball in front of Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Paycom Center on April 8, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Oklahoma City seized control early with a 30-18 first quarter, held Los Angeles without a field goal for nearly eight minutes to open the second, and led 70-38 at halftime.
  • The Lakers committed 20 turnovers that became 26 Thunder points and shot 40.3% as OKC’s defense dictated the game throughout.
  • Luka Doncic was limited to 19 points on 7-for-20 shooting with seven assists and four turnovers against the league leaders.
  • Isaiah Joe added 21 points off the bench as seven Thunder players scored in double figures despite absences for Lu Dort and Jalen Williams.
  • The result moved the defending champions to a league-best 12-1 and dropped Los Angeles to 8-4, with local reporting noting Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tied Russell Westbrook for the second-most 30-point games in Thunder history.