EIGHT STRAIGHT WINS RETURN OKC TO WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS

The Oklahoma City Thunder showcased their postseason pedigree to eliminate the Los Angeles Lakers and capture the Western Conference Semifinals. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 35 points, while Ajay Mitchell added 28 in the 115-110 win. Oklahoma City earned its eighth-straight playoff victory and reached the Western Conference Finals for the second year in a row.