Here is the full Lakers vs. Thunder 2026 NBA playoffs Round 2 schedule
TL;DR
The Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Los Angeles Lakers in Round 2 of the 2026 NBA playoffs after both teams completed their Round 1 series. The Thunder swept the Phoenix Suns, while the Lakers won their series against the Houston Rockets.
Key points
- Oklahoma City Thunder face Los Angeles Lakers in Round 2
- Thunder swept Phoenix Suns in Round 1
- Lakers defeated Houston Rockets 4-2 in Round 1
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Nov 12, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (7) drives to the basket against Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
The Oklahoma City Thunder have finally learned their Round 2 opponent in the 2026 NBA playoffs. They will face the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Thunder completed another ho-hum Round 1 sweep in their Game 4 win over the Phoenix Suns this past Monday. Since then, the reigning NBA champions have had time to rest. After a few days of being in the unknown, they finally penciled in the Lakers as their next opponent.
Going up 3-0, the Lakers closed things out in a 98-78 Game 6 win over the Houston Rockets on Friday. The latter won two straight games to make things interesting. But LeBron James led his squad to the Round 1 series win on the road.
Remains to be seen when Luka Doncic and Jalen Williams suit up for the Round 2 matchup. Both are dealing with hamstring strains. Regardless, the Thunder will enter as the heavy favorite to beat the Lakers. Here's a look at the NBA playoff series schedule:
Game 1: Lakers vs. Thunder
- Tuesday, May 5, at Oklahoma City
Game 2: Lakers vs. Thunder
- Thursday, May 7, at Oklahoma City
Game 3: Thunder vs. Lakers
- Saturday, May 9, at Los Angeles
Game 4: Thunder vs. Lakers
- Monday, May 11, at Los Angeles
Game 5: Lakers vs. Thunder*
- Wednesday, May 13, at Oklahoma City
Game 6: Thunder vs. Lakers*
- Saturday, May 16, at Los Angeles
Game 7: Lakers vs. Thunder*
- Monday, May 18, at Oklahoma City
This article originally appeared on OKC Thunder Wire: Here is the full Lakers vs. Thunder 2026 NBA playoffs Round 2 schedule
Q&A
What is the schedule for the Lakers vs. Thunder 2026 NBA playoffs Round 2?
The specific schedule for the Lakers vs. Thunder Round 2 has not been detailed yet, but the matchup is confirmed.
How did the Lakers and Thunder perform in Round 1 of the 2026 NBA playoffs?
The Thunder swept the Phoenix Suns, while the Lakers won their series against the Houston Rockets 4-2.
Who are the key players to watch in the Lakers vs. Thunder matchup?
Key players to watch include LeBron James for the Lakers and Chet Holmgren for the Thunder.
