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Here's what the Oklahoma City Thunder's second-round NBA playoff schedule will be, depending on how the rest of the first round plays out:
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Should OKC Thunder root for Lakers or Rockets to advance to Round 2?
Should Oklahoma City Thunder root for Los Angeles Lakers or Houston Rockets to advance to Round 2?
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s preparation stood out to their first-round opponent in a unique way. Phoenix Suns center Oso Ighodaro said Oklahoma City’s defense consistently anticipated plays during the series, often calling them out before they developed.
The OKC Thunder has advanced to the second round of the 2026 NBA playoffs. Here's how you can buy tickets.
The Rockets extended their first round series against the Lakers with a victory in Game 4.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander analyzes Lakers vs Rockets: Are the Lakers too offensive for OKC?
As the Thunder eagerly await their next matchup, SGA's early scouting report highlights key differences—and potential red flags for Los Angeles.
Jay Croucher and Trysta Krick look at the Rockets staving off elimination for one more game and if the Lakers are running out of gas in this first round series.
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Luka Doncic’s updated recovery timeline: What is the best case scenario for Lakers star?
In the latest timeline, Luka isn’t due back until at least midway through the second round, meaning the best we can hope for is that he returns in Game 3 against OKC at the Crypto.com Arena (if the Lakers make it that far).