The Spurs take down the Lakers to set up a Cup semi-final clash with OKC

Leading the NBA Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder advanced to the NBA Cup semifinals by crushing the Phoenix Suns 138-89. On Thursday, the inevitable Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shined for the hosts with 28 points. For Phoenix, Brooks and Goodwin scored 16 points each, while Bouyea added 14 points and six assists.

Elsewhere, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Los Angeles Lakers away, 132-119. Although Doncic with 35 points, Smart with 26, and LeBron James with 19 points plus 15 rebounds starred for the Lakers, the Spurs prevailed. A shared spectacle between Castle, tallying 30 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists, and Fox, who added 20 points, proved decisive.

Oklahoma City will now host San Antonio on Sunday. In the other bracket, the Orlando Magic receive the New York Knicks on Saturday. Ultimately, all four clubs are aiming for their historic first NBA Cup title.