Thunder Sweep Lakers to Reach Western Conference Finals
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in 35 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder completed a 4-0 sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles, advancing to the Western Conference finals. Ajay Mitchell added 28 and Chet Holmgren had 16 points and nine rebounds as OKC closed the series with a late 28-18 run, while LeBron James scored 24 in what could be his Lakers’ final game. The Thunder await the Spurs-Timberwolves winner for the next round, with the West finals potentially starting May 18.
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