Thunder beat Lakers, 119-110, at Crypto.com Arena

Oklahoma City Thunder defeat Los Angeles Lakers in NBA matchup

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers, 119-110, in an NBA basketball game played at Crypto.com Arena on February 9, 2026. The Sporting Tribune's Jordan Teller was on hand to capture images from the game.

Why it matters

This game was a key matchup between two Western Conference teams, with the Thunder looking to solidify their playoff position and the Lakers trying to climb back into the postseason race.

The details

The Thunder were led by strong performances from players like Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Joe, and Jaylin Williams, while the Lakers got solid contributions from LeBron James, Austin Reaves, and Deandre Ayton. The game featured several highlight-reel plays, including three-pointers, layups, and defensive stops.

  • The game was played on Monday, February 9, 2026.
  • Tip-off was at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.

The players

LeBron James

A star player for the Los Angeles Lakers and one of the greatest NBA players of all time.

Chet Holmgren

A promising young player for the Oklahoma City Thunder who is making a name for himself in the league.

Austin Reaves

A guard for the Los Angeles Lakers who has become an important contributor for the team.

Isaiah Joe

A guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder who had a strong performance in the game.

Jaylin Williams

A forward for the Oklahoma City Thunder who hit several key shots, including a three-pointer, to help lead his team to victory.

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What they’re saying

“We knew this was going to be a tough game against a talented Lakers team, but our guys really stepped up and played with a lot of energy and focus.”

— Mark Daigneault, Head Coach, Oklahoma City Thunder (The Sporting Tribune)

“We just couldn't get enough stops down the stretch. Credit to the Thunder, they made the plays they needed to win this one.”

— Darvin Ham, Head Coach, Los Angeles Lakers (The Sporting Tribune)

What’s next

The Thunder will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a playoff spot, while the Lakers will try to regroup and get back in the win column in their next game.

The takeaway

This game showcased the talent and competitiveness of both the Thunder and Lakers, with the young Thunder squad proving they can win on the road against a veteran Lakers team led by LeBron James.