| Qtr | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 OKC | 23 | 20 | 23 | 18 | 84 |
 LAL | 24 | 29 | 33 | 10 | 96 |
The Lakers take down the Thunder 96-84 in a thrilling finale! Anthony Davis shines with a standout performance that propelled Los Angeles to victory. This win keeps the Lakers firmly in playoff contention as they look to build momentum heading into the next round. Anthony Davis was the star of the night, showcasing his skills and leading the Lakers to a crucial victory. His performance was instrumental in establishing a commanding presence on both ends of the court, making it a tough night for the Thunder. The Lakers' defensive effort was another key factor, as they held the Thunder to a lower shooting percentage, disrupting their rhythm throughout the game. This defensive tenacity helped Los Angeles maintain control and secure the win. With this victory, the Lakers solidify their position in the playoff race, proving they can rise to the occasion when it matters most. The team’s resilience and ability to execute down the stretch will serve them well as they advance deeper into the postseason.
The most recent baskets, with the running score beside each one. Basketball scores too often to list a game end to end, so this is the latest stretch of it rather than the whole.
Adou Thiero makes 5-foot two point shotScore66-86Brooks Barnhizer makes 2-foot layup (Aday Mara assists)Score68-86Bennett Stirtz makes 9-foot fade away jump shotScore70-86Adou Thiero makes 4-foot two point shotScore70-88Christoph Tilly makes 5-foot layup (Brooks Barnhizer assists)Score72-88Christoph Tilly makes tip shotScore74-88Arthur Kaluma makes tip shotScore74-90Anthony Pritchard makes 3-foot two point shotScore76-90Payton Sandfort makes two point shotScore78-90Bennett Stirtz makes 26-foot three pointerScore81-90Adou Thiero makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (William Hickey assists)Score81-92Chris Manon makes running layup (Anton Watson assists)Score81-94Cameron Carr makes running dunkScore81-96Bennett Stirtz makes 32-foot three pointerScore84-96Each side's next fixtures, with the date and who travels.
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