Heat Snap Clippers' Streak With Late 3-Pointer, Winning 117-116 in OT

Final Whistle in Inglewood

The Miami Heat defeated the host LA Clippers 117-116 on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. The game concluded in overtime, with Klay Thompson hitting a 23-foot three-point jumper with a second left to seal the win. The victory improved the Heat’s record to 3-5, while the Clippers dropped to 1-7. Attendance was listed at 17,504 fans.

A Back-and-Forth Battle

The Heat established an early lead, finishing the first quarter ahead 33-24. However, the Clippers responded with a dominant second-quarter performance, outscoring Miami 43-19 to take a 67-52 lead at halftime. The third quarter saw the Heat cut the deficit, ending the half down by a smaller margin.

The fourth quarter was tightly contested, with the Clippers holding a slight edge as the regulation clock expired, forcing the game into extra time.

Key Performances

Bam Adebayo was the offensive engine for Miami, scoring 35 points in the win. Giannis Antetokounmpo provided a strong presence on the glass, grabbing 14 rebounds. Davion Mitchell facilitated the offense with 10 assists.

For the Clippers, Darius Garland led the team with 26 points and added 7 assists. Rui Hachimura contributed significantly on the boards, securing 9 rebounds. Despite the strong individual efforts from both sides, the final possession determined the outcome.

Closing Sequence

In overtime, the score remained tight throughout. Darius Garland connected on a 27-foot three-pointer to give the Clippers a brief lead. Klay Thompson responded with a 23-foot shot to tie the game.

Garland then scored on a 19-foot pull-up jump shot and a 9-foot driving float to put the Clippers up by two. Bam Adebayo cut the lead to one with a 6-foot fadeaway jump shot. With the game on the line, Klay Thompson received the ball and drained a 23-foot three-pointer to give the Heat the 117-116 victory.

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ESPN