dailyloe.com – Jalen Williams of the OKC Thunder has been ruled out for Game 4 of the second-round playoff series versus the Los Angeles Lakers. The game is scheduled for May 11, 2026, at 9:30 p.m. CT.
Williams is sidelined due to a Grade 1 left hamstring strain he sustained on April 22. He has not participated in the series, where the Thunder currently lead 3-0.
In a parallel situation, Los Angeles star Luka Doncic is also out, dealing with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain from April 2. The Thunder recorded a 131-108 victory in their last game against the Lakers.
The upcoming game will take place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. It will be accessible for streaming on Prime Video.
Predictions for the game suggest a favorable outcome for the Thunder, with an expected score of OKC 120, Los Angeles 101, as noted by Justin Martinez.
Key players for the Thunder include Chet Holmgren and Ajay Mitchell, who have significantly contributed to the team’s success. Bench players like Alex Caruso, Cason Wallace, and Jared McCain have also made impactful plays.
The Lakers have struggled without a win in the series, and the absence of Doncic is expected to hinder their chances further. The Thunder are favored to complete the sweep, as per current betting odds.
Injury updates indicate that Thomas Sorber is out due to right ACL recovery, while Williams and Doncic remain sidelined. The projected starters for the Thunder include Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Ajay Mitchell, Lu Dort, Chet Holmgren, and Isaiah Hartenstein.
For the Lakers, the starting lineup features Marcus Smart, Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, LeBron James, and Deandre Ayton. Justin Martinez covers the Thunder and NBA for The Oklahoman.
