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Thunder Sweep Pelicans 4-0, First Playoff Win Since 2016, Advance to Semifinals

Apr 30, 2024, 03:00 AM

The Oklahoma City Thunder have swept the New Orleans Pelicans in the first round of the NBA playoffs, marking their first playoff series win since 2016. The Thunder secured a 4-0 series victory with a final game score of 97-89. Key players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams led the charge in the decisive game, each scoring 24 points. This win also makes the Thunder the youngest team in NBA history to win a playoff series. The Pelicans scored 92, 92, and 85 points across the series. OKC now awaits the winner between the Mavs or the Clippers in the next round.