The Oklahoma City Thunder advanced to the Western Conference Finals after sweeping the Los Angeles Lakers 4-0 in the NBA playoff semifinals, following a 115-110 victory in Game 4 in Los Angeles on Tuesday WIB.
According to the NBA, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the star of the Thunder's victory with 35 points. This victory maintained the Thunder's perfect playoff record at eight consecutive wins without a loss.
Chet Holmgren was the deciding factor in the tight game with a crucial dunk with 32.8 seconds remaining.
The Thunder's victory was sealed by two free throws from Gilgeous-Alexander after Austin Reaves' equalizing three-point attempt missed the target.
In addition to Gilgeous-Alexander, rookie Ajay Mitchell made a significant contribution by scoring 28 points, 10 of which came in the fourth quarter.
The Lakers put up a fierce fight and took a 110-109 lead on a Marcus Smart three-point play in the final minutes. However, the Thunder's tight defense late in the game failed to penetrate the home side.
LeBron James had a double-double for the Lakers with 24 points and 14 rebounds, while Austin Reaves had 27 points and Rui Hachimura added 25.
