Thunder beat Lakers 125-107, lead series 2-0
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- Oklahoma City Thunder won Game 2 125-107, taking a 2-0 series lead and staying unbeaten in the postseason.
- Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander scored 22 points, picked up his fourth foul 86 seconds into the second half, sat out the rest of the third quarter, and cheered from the bench while the team built a 22‑4 run.
- Chet Holmgren matched SGA with 22 points and added nine rebounds, three assists, four steals and two blocks, including a key 3‑pointer late in the fourth quarter.
- Ajay Mitchell stepped into the starting lineup, posting 20 points (seven in the third quarter) and three assists, helping sustain the Thunder’s offensive flow.
- Jared McCain contributed 18 points on 7‑of‑11 shooting, hitting four of five 3‑pointers in 18 minutes, providing a scoring spark during the run.
Why it matters: The Thunder’s 2‑0 advantage forces the Lakers toward elimination, cutting Los Angeles’ postseason revenue and boosting Oklahoma City’s chances of advancing, which will drive higher ticket sales and TV ratings for the franchise.
