Oklahoma City sweeps Lakers, ends LeBron title bid
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Oklahoma City, United States — The Oklahoma City Thunder eliminated the Los Angeles Lakers from the NBA playoffs with a 115-110 victory in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals on Monday night, completing a four-game sweep. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points, while Chet Holmgren delivered the tiebreaking dunk with 32.8 seconds left. The Thunder, now 8-0 through two rounds, become the first undefeated team entering the 2026 Western Conference finals. The loss is the Lakers’ second straight postseason sweep. Victor Wembanyama’s earlier ejection in Game 4 left Los Angeles short-handed, and LeBron James now faces offseason decisions about retirement or free agency.
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Timeline
- 2025-26 season Thunder emerge Western contenders
- First round Thunder advance without losing
- Second round Thunder dominate Lakers series
- Game 4 Monday night played in Oklahoma City
- Late fourth quarter Holmgren scores tiebreaking dunk
- Final minute Lakers miss two potential equalizers
- After buzzer Thunder complete four-game sweep
- Postgame LeBron faces retirement, free agency questions
Why it matters
The Thunder's sweep could signal a shift in NBA powerhouses. If you're a Lakers fan, it's a tough pill to swallow. If you're a Thunder fan, it's a time for celebration. For all basketball fans, it's a reminder that every season brings new possibilities.
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