Biggest Thunder title threat has announced itself in the most unexpected way

Mar 17, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts after a loose ball against the Orlando Magic in the second quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn ImagesThe OKC Thunder are threatening to lead the West from wire to wire this season. They have staved off the surging San Antonio Spurs and the Denver Nuggets for conference domination, but a new threat has seemingly emerged out of nowhere in the most terrifying way.

The Los Angeles Lakers are 13-1 in their last 14 games and have elevated themselves to the three seed in the conference standings. Superstar Luka Doncic has reached…