Oklahoma City is one of the toughest places in the league to play, and the Thunder’s next opponent is aware of the home-court advantage in Paycom Center. On Tuesday night, the Thunder will host Game 1 of their second-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers as they look to punch their ticket to consecutive conference finals. Over the course of the series, the Thunder and Lakers are sure to put together some memorable moments, but Oklahoma City understands that it simply needs to take care of business at home. After winning the title last year thanks to a Game 7 on their home floor, the Thunder are well aware of how important home-court advantage can be. Of course, the Lakers also understand how rowdy Paycom Center can get, including starting center Deandre Ayton. At practice on Monday, Ayton noted the home-court advantage the Thunder have and explained a bit of what makes it so difficult to play and try to win in Paycom Center. Deandre Ayton on OKC’s home crowd: "You can't hear yourself.…