"The Lakers shot only 41.7% (35 of 84) from the field and 30% (10 of 30) from three-point range while the Thunder shot 49.4% (42 of 85) from the field and 43.3% (13 of 30) from deep."
"The Lakers fell into a 19-point hole in the final 12 minutes of play and never recovered, losing by almost 30 points per game in their four-game series against the Thunder during the regular season."
"Austin Reaves had only eight points, shooting three for 16 from the field, while the Lakers struggled with turnovers, particularly at the beginning of the fourth quarter."
The Lakers faced the Oklahoma City Thunder in the playoffs after losing all four regular-season games against them. In Game 1, the Lakers lost 108-90, with LeBron James scoring 27 points. Despite limiting Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's scoring, the Thunder's Chet Holmgren excelled with 24 points and 12 rebounds. The Lakers shot poorly, hitting only 41.7% from the field. They struggled with turnovers, particularly in the fourth quarter, leading to a significant loss. The Lakers had previously found success against the Rockets, which they hoped would carry over into this series.
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