Los Angeles Lakers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Head-to-Head

Lakers built their historical edge pre-1996, winning 115 of 184 decided meetings (63%). In the modern era they are 66-65 against each other (50% Lakers). Thunder have won 8 straight in this matchup, the longest active run in the series. Games average a 11.4-point winning margin, with the largest decided blowout coming via Thunder's 43-point win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Thunder hold a 12-8 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1980s produced the deepest sample with 69 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series and the era that anchors most of its statistical character. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1967, so the rivalry has now spanned 59 seasons of league history. Most recent result: Thunder won 131-108 on May 9, 2026. Through the 2020s Thunder have led 14-12 between the teams.