Clippers Lose Bizarre Overtime Game After Power Outage

San Diego team falls to Austin Spurs in final moments disrupted by blackout

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The San Diego Clippers suffered a bizarre overtime loss to the Austin Spurs after a scheduled power outage disrupted the game's final moments, leading to a 'next basket wins' situation that the Spurs capitalized on for the victory.

Why it matters

The Clippers' loss, despite controlling much of the game, highlights the unpredictable nature of sports and the impact external factors can have on the outcome. It also raises questions about the preparedness of venues to handle unexpected disruptions.

The details

With 96 seconds left in overtime and the score tied, the lights at Frontwave Arena briefly went out due to a scheduled 10 p.m. power outage. When play resumed, Austin's Harrison Ingram hit a mid-range jumper to give the Spurs a one-point win in the sudden-death style finish. The Clippers had 25 more shot attempts than the Spurs but struggled to capitalize, missing key shots late in regulation.

  • The game went to overtime after the teams were tied at the end of regulation.
  • With 96 seconds left in overtime, the power went out at Frontwave Arena.

The players

Harrison Ingram

A key player for the Austin Spurs, Ingram finished with 23 points and 12 rebounds, hitting the game-winning shot after the power outage.

Jahmyl Telfort

The standout performer for the San Diego Clippers, Telfort scored 24 points and hit 5 three-pointers.

Cam Reddish

The recently acquired Clippers player made a brief appearance in the first half before missing significant second-half action, raising concerns about his health and recovery.

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What they’re saying

“We must have been the only ones in the arena who didn't see the ending coming. It was a bizarre way to lose, but we have to learn from this and move forward.”

— Jahmyl Telfort, Clippers Player (theconwaybulletin.com)

What’s next

The Clippers have a rematch against the Spurs on February 20 in Oceanside, followed by away games against the Rio Grande Valley Vipers and Santa Cruz Warriors. Tracking Cam Reddish's recovery and the team's adjustments will be key as they look to turn around their fortunes.

The takeaway

This game highlights the unpredictable nature of sports and the impact external factors can have on the outcome. The Clippers' loss, despite controlling much of the game, raises questions about venue preparedness and the team's ability to capitalize on opportunities, which they'll need to address as they look to improve their record in the remaining regular-season games.