Lakers Set Record, Beat Thunder 126-99

The Los Angeles Lakers secured a dominant 126-99 victory over the league-leading Oklahoma City Thunder, largely due to a remarkable first-half performance that included a franchise-record 15 three-pointers. Luka Doncic led the Lakers with 30 points, while Austin Reaves and LeBron James contributed 20 and 19 points, respectively. The Lakers' win is critical as they aim to secure a top-six seed in the Western Conference, currently holding a record of 48-30. Oklahoma City's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 26 points, but the Thunder suffered their second consecutive loss. Despite shooting 43% from the field, the Thunder struggled defensively against a Lakers team that exploited their weaknesses. The two teams will face off again on Tuesday in Oklahoma City.