The Oklahoma City Thunder has finally ended their playoff series drought since 2016, with a hard-fought win over the New Orleans Pelicans in the first round of the Western Conference postseason. The Thunder managed to sweep the Pelicans with a final score of 97-89, despite facing a five-point deficit in the fourth quarter. Key three-point shots from Josh Giddey and Jalen Williams helped OKC secure the victory and break their playoff streak.
Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) led the Thunder with 24 points each during this exciting series win. With their next opponent yet to be determined, Oklahoma City now has some time off as they wait for the winner of the series between the Dallas Mavericks and LA Clippers. Game five of that series will take place on Wednesday in LA. The Thunder is eager to carry their momentum into the next round of the playoffs after this thrilling win.
The Oklahoma City Thunder had not made it to the playoffs since 2016, but they have now broken that drought by defeating the New Orleans Pelicans in a hard-fought game on Monday night. Despite facing a deficit in the fourth quarter, key three-point shots from Josh Giddey and Jalen Williams helped OKC secure a thrilling victory over their opponents.
With two standout players leading them, Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA), Oklahoma City emerged victorious in their series against New Orleans with a final score of 97-89. Although they faced some challenges during this game, OKC was able to pull through thanks to key shots from their stars.
As they now wait for their next opponent, Oklahoma City can feel proud of themselves for breaking their long drought and making it back into the playoffs. They are eagerly looking forward to carrying their momentum into their next matchup against either Dallas or Los Angeles.