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Thunder Fall in Vegas Summer Opener | Oklahoma City Thunder News
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The Oklahoma City Thunder dropped their Summer League opener to the Lakers, 96-84, despite early flashes of promise. Bennett Stirtz sparked the offense with early scoring, but the Thunder’s rhythm faded as turnovers piled up and the Lakers surged ahead with a dominant second quarter. Aday Mara drew criticism for a costly behind-the-back pass, while Lakers’ Cameron Carr and Adou Thiero dazzled with highlight plays. Stirtz rallied late with key shots, cutting the lead to single digits, but OKC couldn’t pull off the comeback. Stirtz led OKC with 18 points, while Brooks Barnhizer added a double-double. The Lakers’ Carr and Thiero each scored 18, showcasing why they’re drawing attention in Vegas.
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