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Refusing to quit, Lakers still see a path toward winning series vs. Thunder
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Refusing to quit, Lakers still see a path toward winning series vs. Thunder

LA Times · May 10, 2026, 11:26 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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  • In their darkest playoff hour, Lakers coach JJ Redick advised his players during practice Sunday to take the same mental approach for the win-or-go-home Game 4 that they’ve used since the first day of training camp.
  • The Lakers trail the Oklahoma City Thunder 3-0 in the best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal series.

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In their darkest playoff hour, Lakers coach JJ Redick advised his players during practice Sunday to take the same mental approach for the win-or-go-home Game 4 that they’ve used since the first day of training camp.

The Lakers trail the Oklahoma City Thunder 3-0 in the best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal series. The Lakers must beat the Thunder at Crypto.com Arena on Monday night or their season is over.

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