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Thunder seize 1-0 lead as Reaves goes 0-10

5/6/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Austin Reaves recorded a low 0-for-10 on contested shots in the Lakers’ 108-90 loss to the Thunder, giving Oklahoma City a 1-0 series lead.
LeBron James led Los Angeles with 27 points while Chet Holmgren added 24 points, 12 rebounds and three blocks as Oklahoma City shot 49.4% compared with the Lakers’ 41.7%.
The Thunder’s bench outscored the Lakers’ bench 34-15 and forced 17 turnovers that generated 20 transition points.

History

Historical Context

After the Houston Rockets became the first sixth-seed to win the 1995 NBA title—sweeping the Orlando Magic and shooting 48%—teams began valuing efficiency and bench depth. The 2024 Oklahoma City Thunder echoed that formula, blasting the Los Angeles Lakers with 49.4% shooting and forcing a 0-for-10 night for Austin Reaves, showing the Rockets’ lasting influence.

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Story summary

Austin Reaves recorded a low 0-for-10 on contested shots in the Lakers’ 108-90 loss to the Thunder, giving Oklahoma City a 1-0 series lead.
LeBron James led Los Angeles with 27 points while Chet Holmgren added 24 points, 12 rebounds and three blocks as Oklahoma City shot 49.4% compared with the Lakers’ 41.7%.
The Thunder’s bench outscored the Lakers’ bench 34-15 and forced 17 turnovers that generated 20 transition points.

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