Lakers Make Statement with 22 Threes, Beating The Mighty Thunder by 27 Points

The Lakers’ 123-116 loss to the Warriors two days ago really stressed out the purple and gold fans. Their playoff hopes seemed uncertain, but with two back-to-back wins, the mood has shifted now.

Currently, the community is experiencing a sense of relief as they hold the third seed on the point table. Plus, this Sunday’s victory over the league-leading Thunder was a clear statement that they are not going anywhere without making the playoffs.

In this game, purple and gold made 22 three-pointers, setting a season high, which amazed fans and experts. Luka Dončić led the team with 30 points, including five three-pointers. Austin Reaves added 20 points and three assists, while LeBron James scored 19 points and had seven assists.

Lakers DOMINATE Thunder on the road 126-99 😳

🌟Luka: 30 PTS, 7 REB, 6 AST
🌟Reaves: 20 PTS, 4 3PM
🌟Bron: 19 PTS, 7 AST pic.twitter.com/JFr109DhBj
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) April 6, 2025

They played strong from the start, leading by 22 points at halftime. They made 68.2% of their three-pointers in the first half. Their offense was unstoppable, and their defense made it hard for the Thunder to catch up.

This win was a big statement that improved their record to 48-30. They are now in a strong position for the Western Conference playoffs. With only a few games left in the season, the team is looking ready for the postseason.

Fans react to Lakers’ thunderous victory over Thunder

LA supporters flooded platforms like Twitter and Instagram with celebratory posts, hailing the team’s performance as a statement win.

@zengreenyoda tweeted, “Lakers were magnificent today vs Thunder.”

Lakers were magnificent today vs Thunder.
☀️🌴(2 & 8 &24❤️🙏🏽)

Luka Doncic is finally himself. He was spectacular. LeBron leaves me speechless with his talent. Reaves & Rui were great.

* If we shoot 3s like this & defend like this, we win the title. The focus & intensity ❤️ pic.twitter.com/JyY3EEchhf
— zengreenyoda (@zengreenyoda) April 7, 2025

@nilyaj_ shouted, “Now that is how you come out and handle fucking business… Everybody can keep doubting this Lakers team all they want, we just gon show y’all how serious this shit is!!!!!😤”

Now that is how you come out and handle fucking business. Belt to ass to the so called “best team in the league nobody can fuck with them” Thunder. Everybody can keep doubting this Lakers team all they want, we just gon show y’all how serious this shit is!!!!!😤#LakeShow 💜💛 pic.twitter.com/o56HWRlTsg
— JAY®️ (@nilyaj_) April 6, 2025

@trey8890 said, “Lakers statement win against the Thunder.”

Lakers statement win against the Thunder
Nuggets lost
Warriors lost
Curry stinker
3rd seed almost secured

Best day of the year pic.twitter.com/DskdvyUCTa
— Trey… (@trey8890) April 7, 2025

@DaCommishDude added, “Lakers straight up RAGDOLLED OKC. This same Thunder team has been the league’s best defense for multiple months. They couldn’t do nothing with the Lebron, Luka, AR combo. Was not expecting a spanking let alone a win.”

Lakers straight up RAGDOLLED OKC. This same Thunder team has been the league's best defense for multiple months. They couldn't do nothing with the Lebron, Luka, AR combo. Was not expecting a spanking let alone a win pic.twitter.com/JVHNoMypGS
— The Commissioner (@DaCommishDude) April 6, 2025

@MaskedInLA said, “Lakers blew out the Thunder.”