The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 131-108 at Crypto.com Arena on May 9, 2026.
Key points
Oklahoma City Thunder won 131-108
Game held at Crypto.com Arena
Date of the game: May 9, 2026
LeBron James played for the Lakers
Austin Reaves also featured in the game
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Los Angeles Lakers forward (23) LeBron James shoots a lay up during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
LOS ANGELES – The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers, 131-108, at Crypto.com Arena on May 9, 2026 and The Sporting Tribune’s Darwin Walker was there to capture the following TST Images.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) looks to pass the baketball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) looks to pass the baketball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Darwin Walker - The Sporting Tribune
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) looks to pass the baketball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Q&A
What was the final score of the Thunder vs Lakers game on May 9, 2026?
The Oklahoma City Thunder won the game against the Los Angeles Lakers with a final score of 131-108.
Where did the Thunder vs Lakers game take place on May 9, 2026?
The game took place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA.
Who were the key players in the Thunder vs Lakers playoff game?
Key players included LeBron James from the Lakers and the Oklahoma City Thunder team.
What date did the Thunder defeat the Lakers in the NBA playoffs?
The Thunder defeated the Lakers on May 9, 2026.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) defends against Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (7) during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) defends against Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (7) during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Darwin Walker - The Sporting Tribune
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) defends against Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (7) during an NBA playoff game against on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Adou Thiero (1) poins to the other end of he floor after a turnover during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Adou Thiero (1) poins to the other end of he floor after a turnover during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Darwin Walker - The Sporting Tribune
Los Angeles Lakers forward Adou Thiero (1) poins to the other end of he floor after a turnover during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers players collapse on Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during an NBA playoff game on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers players collapse on Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during an NBA playoff game on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Darwin Walker - The Sporting Tribune
Los Angeles Lakers players collapse on Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during an NBA playoff game on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) surveys the floor during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) surveys the floor during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Darwin Walker - The Sporting Tribune
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) surveys the floor during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots the basketball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots the basketball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots the basketball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart (35) defends against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgreous-Alexander (2) during an NBA playoff on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart (35) defends against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgreous-Alexander (2) during an NBA playoff on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart (35) defends against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during an NBA playoff on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) dribbles the basketball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) dribbles the basketball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) dribbles the basketball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward (23) LeBron James shoots a lay up during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward (23) LeBron James shoots a lay up during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Darwin Walker - The Sporting Tribune
Los Angeles Lakers forward (23) LeBron James shoots a lay up during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) passes the ball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) passes the ball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Darwin Walker - The Sporting Tribune
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) passes the ball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) looks to pass the ball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) looks to pass the ball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Darwin Walker - The Sporting Tribune
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) looks to pass the ball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) shoots the ball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) shoots the ball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
Darwin Walker - The Sporting Tribune
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) shoots the ball during an NBA playoff game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on May 9, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.