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HLs: Thunder strike first, take Game 1 vs Lakers

May 5, 2026 11:17 PM

Chet Holmgren led the way with 24 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder struck first in the Western Conference Semifinals, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1.

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