The defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, absolutely dominated the Los Angeles Lakers in their first matchup of the 2025-26 NBA season. Reigning NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the OKC to clinch their fourth consecutive victory as the Thunder vs. Lakers game ended 121-92.

The OKC Thunder took control from the first quarter, leading the Lakers by 12 points. The home side extended its lead to 32 points at the end of the first half. With a score of 70-38, the Lakers registered the fewest points in the first half since 2021.

In the first half, the Lakers struggled big time with their superstars, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, combining for more turnovers than made field goals. Doncic and Reaves made six field goals in 20 attempts and had seven turnovers combined. The Lakers had

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