Thunder Surge Past Lakers After Doncic's Early Exit, Set Franchise Record
Source: news.source.inquirer
The Oklahoma City Thunder capitalized on Luka Doncic's ejection in the fourth quarter to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers 136-120, setting a new franchise record for victories in a season. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 42 points, while Doncic, who was ejected after receiving his second technical foul, contributed 23 points before leaving the game.
Key Points
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points, leading the Thunder to a 136-120 victory over the Lakers.
The Thunder set a new franchise record for victories in a season, surpassing the previous record set in 1995-96 when the team was in Seattle.
Luka Doncic was ejected in the fourth quarter after receiving his second technical foul, finishing with 23 points.
After Doncic's ejection, the Lakers struggled, going over three minutes without a field goal as the Thunder went on a 13-4 run.
The game took place at the Paycom Center, with notable contributions from Alex Caruso and Jalen Williams for the Thunder.
