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How the Lakers Stack Up: An LA vs. OKC Preview, Part 2
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- May 5, 2026
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Summary
In Part I of our preview of the Lakers vs. Oklahoma City, we asked Rylan Styles, host of Locked On Thunder, to break down the strengths and (relative) weaknesses of the Thunder. How does missing Jalen Williams impact things? When they lose, why does it happen? Where might the Lakers look to attack? In Part II, we take Rylan's questions about the Lakers. How do they operate without Luka? What does he think JJ Redick will do defensively, from a scheme standpoint? Particularly as it relates to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? Do the Lakers try to shut down SGA, and make anyone else beat them? Do they let SGA go crazy, but try to limit everyone else? The Thunder are a team that thrives on turnovers. The Lakers tend to turn it over. We discuss. Bottom line, it's another demonstration of why the Thunder are such heavy favorites in this series. It's not that the Lakers can't compete against good teams, even without Luka. They can, and have, as recently as the first round of the playoffs. But Oklahoma City isn't your ordinary good team, and the strengths and weaknesses of the Lakers align very poorly with OKC's. But as they say, this is why they play the games! HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, with guest Ryan Styles! Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten…