Thunder thrash Lakers as Doncic hurtLuka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts from the floor after a play during the second half of their NBA game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Paycom Center on April 2, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. LOS ANGELES, United States — The reigning NBA champions Oklahoma City Thunder embarrassed the Los Angeles Lakers, 139-96, on Thursday (Friday Manila time) in a blowout made more painful by the early exit of injured Lakers star Luka Doncic. Reigning MVP Gilgeous-Alexander took some time to find his offensive rhythm, but his Oklahoma City teammates stepped up as the Thunder roared to a 44-21 lead through one quarter. Thunder guard Luguentz Dort went four-of-four from the 3-point line on the way to 14 points in the opening frame, and Oklahoma City harried the Lakers into eight first-quarter turnovers leading to 14 Thunder points. Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 28 points, seven rebounds and seven assists, Isaiah Joe added 20 points off the bench for the Thunder, the Western Conference leaders who improved their league-best record to 61-16.

Source: Philippine Star April 03, 2026 07:56 UTC