Thunder Dominate Lakers in NBA Showdown
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 10:30 PM ET · crypto.com Arena
Oklahoma City Thunder 123, Los Angeles Lakers 87, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Oklahoma City Thunder vs Los Angeles Lakers?
Oklahoma City Thunder beat Los Angeles Lakers 123-87 at crypto.com Arena on April 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Oklahoma City Thunder vs Los Angeles Lakers?
Oklahoma City Thunder were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2100 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 123-87 at the crypto.com Arena. This victory marks the Thunder's continued dominance over the Lakers, completing a series sweep with a 4-0 record against them this season. The Thunder's impressive away record of 63-16 stands in stark contrast to the Lakers' home record of 50-29, showcasing the disparity in their performances this season.
The Lakers entered the game struggling, having lost their last two games, including a recent defeat against the Thunder just five days prior, where they were outscored 139-96. Over their last ten games, the Lakers have a record of 7-3, but their recent form has seen them average 119.7 points scored while allowing 117.5 points, indicating a vulnerability in their defense. In contrast, the Thunder have been on a hot streak, winning nine of their last ten games and boasting an average of 123.9 points scored and only 106.3 points allowed during that stretch. Their recent five-game winning streak has seen them score an impressive average of 128.2 points while allowing just 106.0 points.
At home, the Lakers have performed well, with a record of 3-0 in their last three games at the crypto.com Arena, but their recent away performance has been less favorable, going 4-3. Conversely, the Thunder have been nearly unbeatable on the road, with a 5-0 record in their last five away games.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Lakers have struggled against the Thunder, losing five of their last six encounters. The most recent meeting on April 3, 2026, saw the Lakers suffer a heavy defeat, which set the tone for this matchup. The Lakers' only win against the Thunder in their last six meetings came in the previous season.
Injury concerns for the Thunder include Isaiah Hartenstein, Ajay Mitchell, Otega Oweh, Thomas Sorber, and Jalen Williams, all listed as day-to-day with various ailments. Their statuses could impact the team's depth and performance moving forward, but they managed to secure a dominant victory despite these concerns.
The betting market reflected the Thunder's strong position, with DraftKings listing them as 17.5-point favorites for this game, indicating the expectation of a significant margin. The total points line was set at 221.5, suggesting a high-scoring affair, which the Thunder certainly delivered on.
Conditions for the game were typical for a late-season NBA matchup, with both teams looking to solidify their playoff positions. The Thunder's ability to control the pace and score efficiently was evident throughout the game, while the Lakers struggled to keep pace, particularly in the second half.
Viewers should have noted the Thunder's offensive execution, particularly their three-point shooting, which was highlighted by Aaron Wiggins' impressive 24-foot jumper in the fourth quarter. The Lakers' defense, which has been a point of concern, was exposed again, allowing the Thunder to capitalize on open looks and transition opportunities.
Overall, the Thunder's victory not only reinforces their status as a top contender but also raises questions about the Lakers' ability to compete at a high level as the playoffs approach.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | OKC -17.5 | 221.5 o -108 / u -112 | Oklahoma City Thunder -2100 · Los Angeles Lakers +1100 |
Injury report
- Isaiah HartensteinDay-To-DayAnkleOklahoma City Thunder
- Ajay MitchellDay-To-DayCalfOklahoma City Thunder
- Otega OwehDay-To-DayLower LegOklahoma City Thunder
- Thomas SorberDay-To-DayKneeOklahoma City Thunder
- Jalen WilliamsDay-To-DayHamstringOklahoma City Thunder
Leaders
- PointsRui Hachimura15Los Angeles Lakers
- AssistsLuke Kennard9Los Angeles Lakers
- ReboundsJake LaRavia7Los Angeles Lakers
- PointsShai Gilgeous-Alexander25Oklahoma City Thunder
- AssistsShai Gilgeous-Alexander8Oklahoma City Thunder
- ReboundsChet Holmgren10Oklahoma City Thunder
Recent form
Los Angeles Lakers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L2119.7 scored · 117.5 allowed per game3-0 at home
- L128-134at Dallas MavericksApr 5
- L96-139at Oklahoma City ThunderApr 3
- W127-113vs Cleveland CavaliersApr 1
- W120-101vs Washington WizardsMar 31
- W116-99vs Brooklyn NetsMar 28
- W137-130at Indiana PacersMar 25
- L110-113at Detroit PistonsMar 23
- W105-104at Orlando MagicMar 21
- W134-126at Miami HeatMar 20
- W124-116at Houston RocketsMar 19
Oklahoma City Thunder
Last 10: 9-1Streak W5123.9 scored · 106.3 allowed per game4-1 away
- W146-111vs Utah JazzApr 5
- W139-96vs Los Angeles LakersApr 3
- W114-110vs Detroit PistonsMar 31
- W111-100vs New York KnicksMar 29
- W131-113vs Chicago BullsMar 28
- L109-119at Boston CelticsMar 25
- W123-103at Philadelphia 76ersMar 23
- W132-111at Washington WizardsMar 21
- W121-92at Brooklyn NetsMar 18
- W113-108at Orlando MagicMar 17
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | - | 18 | L2 | .780 | 64 |
| Denver | 10 | 28 | W12 | .659 | 54 |
| Minnesota | 15 | 33 | W2 | .598 | 49 |
| Portland | 22 | 40 | W2 | .512 | 42 |
| Utah | 42 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | Oklahoma City Thunder | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 45-89 | 32-73 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 21-41 | 9-26 |
| Three-point % | 51 | 35 |
| Free throws | 12-14 | 14-31 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 45 |
| Rebounds | 46 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 36 | 30 |
| Assists | 29 | 26 |
| Steals | 15 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 34 |
| Fouls | 21 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 41 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 96 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter76-54Chet Holmgren makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter77-54Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes technical free throw
- 3rd Quarter78-54Chet Holmgren makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter81-54Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 27-foot running jump shot (Luguentz Dort assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-56Rui Hachimura makes 17-foot step back jumpshot (Kobe Bufkin assists)
- 3rd Quarter84-56Isaiah Joe makes 26-foot three point jumper (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
- 3rd Quarter84-58Bronny James makes driving dunk (Adou Thiero assists)
- 3rd Quarter86-58Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter88-58Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes running layup (Cason Wallace assists)
- 3rd Quarter90-58Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 1-foot driving dunk
- 3rd Quarter90-60Maxi Kleber makes 4-foot floating jump shot (Rui Hachimura assists)
- 3rd Quarter90-62Adou Thiero makes 1-foot dunk (Drew Timme assists)
- 3rd Quarter93-62Isaiah Joe makes 28-foot three point step back jumpshot (Jared McCain assists)
- 4th Quarter96-62Aaron Wiggins makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaylin Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter98-62Jared McCain makes running layup
- 4th Quarter101-62Jared McCain makes 29-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter103-62Kenrich Williams makes dunk (Jaylin Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter103-64Dalton Knecht makes driving layup (Chris Manon assists)
- 4th Quarter103-65Adou Thiero makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-66Adou Thiero makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-68Chris Manon makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter105-68Aaron Wiggins makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter105-70Nick Smith Jr. makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 4th Quarter108-70Jared McCain makes 23-foot three point jumper (Branden Carlson assists)
- 4th Quarter108-71Adou Thiero makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-71Branden Carlson makes 1-foot dunk (Nikola Topic assists)
- 4th Quarter110-74Kobe Bufkin makes 28-foot three point jumper (Nick Smith Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter112-74Aaron Wiggins makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter112-76Nick Smith Jr. makes 14-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter114-76Branden Carlson makes 1-foot dunk (Kenrich Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter117-76Branden Carlson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nikola Topic assists)
- 4th Quarter117-79Nick Smith Jr. makes 29-foot three point step back jumpshot (Kobe Bufkin assists)
- 4th Quarter117-80Kobe Bufkin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter120-80Aaron Wiggins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nikola Topic assists)
- 4th Quarter121-80Branden Carlson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter121-81Nick Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter121-82Nick Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter121-85Dalton Knecht makes 30-foot three point jumper (Nick Smith Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter123-85Brooks Barnhizer makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter123-87Nick Smith Jr. makes 13-foot fade away jump shot (Kobe Bufkin assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Los Angeles Lakers, below favours Oklahoma City Thunder.
Venue
- crypto.com ArenaLos Angeles, CA
- Attendance18997
- OfficialsPat Fraher, Justin Van Duyne, Ashley Moyer-Gleich
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