LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers have officially advanced to the Western Conference Semifinals. After a hard-fought six-game battle against the Houston Rockets, the No. 4 seed Lakers have punched their ticket to a heavyweight second-round clash against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder.
Below is the finalized results table from the first round and the confirmed 2026 Los Angeles Lakers Playoff schedule, tip-off times, and TV channels for the Lakers vs. Thunder series.
2026 Los Angeles Lakers Playoff Schedule
First Round Results: (4) Lakers vs. (5) Rockets
Lakers win series 4-2
| Game | Date | Matchup | Result | Top Performer |
| Game 1 | April 18 | Rockets @ Lakers | Lakers 107, Rockets 98 | James (28 pts) |
| Game 2 | April 20 | Rockets @ Lakers | Lakers 101, Rockets 94 | Davis (14 reb) |
| Game 3 | April 23 | Lakers @ Rockets | Lakers 112, Rockets 108 (OT) | Reaves (22 pts) |
| Game 4 | April 26 | Lakers @ Rockets | Rockets 116, Lakers 96 | Green (31 pts) |
| Game 5 | April 28 | Rockets @ Lakers | Rockets 99, Lakers 93 | VanVleet (9 ast) |
| Game 6 | April 30 | Lakers @ Rockets | Lakers 98, Rockets 78 | Davis (32 pts, 5 blk) |
2026 Western Conference Semifinals: (1) OKC vs. (4) Lakers
The Lakers move on to face the No. 1 seed Oklahoma City Thunder. This series features a unique mix of traditional broadcast and new streaming-exclusive windows.
| Game | Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | Network |
| Game 1 | Tue, May 5 | Lakers @ Thunder | 8:30 PM | NBC / Peacock |
| Game 2 | Thu, May 7 | Lakers @ Thunder | 9:30 PM | Prime Video |
| Game 3 | Sat, May 9 | Thunder @ Lakers | 8:30 PM | ABC |
| Game 4 | Mon, May 11 | Thunder @ Lakers | 10:30 PM | Prime Video |
| Game 5* | Wed, May 13 | Lakers @ Thunder | TBD | TBD |
| Game 6* | Sat, May 16 | Thunder @ Lakers | TBD | TBD |
| Game 7* | Mon, May 18 | Lakers @ Thunder | TBD | TBD |
| *If necessary |
Lakers Playoff TV & Streaming Guid
The 2026 NBA media deal is in full effect for the second round. To catch every minute of the Lakers’ push for another title, you will need access to multiple platforms:
- The NBC/Peacock Return: Game 1 marks a major return for NBA playoff basketball to NBC. You can watch on your local NBC affiliate or stream live via Peacock.
- Prime Video Exclusives: Amazon has secured exclusive rights to mid-week playoff games. In this series, both Game 2 and Game 4 will be broadcast exclusively on Prime Video.
- ABC Showcase: The pivotal Game 3 will be the featured Saturday night “NBA Showcase” on ABC.
2026 Lakers Semifinals FAQ
When do the Lakers play the Thunder in the second round? The series begins on Tuesday, May 5th, in Oklahoma City.
How can I watch the Lakers on Amazon Prime? You must have an active Amazon Prime or Prime Video subscription. Open the app on your smart TV or mobile device and look for the “NBA on Prime” live tile.
Where can I download a printable Lakers schedule? You can download our updated [Printable 2026 Lakers Playoff Schedule PDF] which has been refreshed to include the OKC series dates and the “low-ink” design for easy printing.
Additional NBA Playoff Resources
- Download Printable 2026 NBA Playoff Bracket (PDF)
- How to Watch: Prime Video Play-In Streaming Guide
- Full NBA First Round Matchups and TV Schedule
