South Bay Lakers Rally Past Clippers in Fourth Quarter Comeback

Balanced scoring and strong bench depth fuel South Bay's home win over San Diego

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The South Bay Lakers secured a 128-116 victory over the San Diego Clippers on Wednesday night, powered by a dominant fourth quarter performance. The team relied on their depth to outscore San Diego 35-22 in the final period, overturning a 94-93 deficit to seal the win. This effort boosted South Bay's record to 11-8 overall and an impressive 9-1 at home.

Why it matters

The South Bay Lakers' balanced scoring and strong bench depth have made them a formidable team at home this season. This victory highlights their resilience and potential as they push through the season's demands.

The details

Forward Tevian Jones led five players in double figures, matching his season high with 24 points. Two-way forward Drew Timme added 20 points, six rebounds, and three assists, while guard RJ Davis contributed 18 points, five rebounds, and five assists. Anton Watson's all-around game produced 15 points, seven boards, and six assists. Bronny James Jr., playing under assignment from the Los Angeles Lakers, chipped in 12 points, three rebounds, six assists, and two blocks.

  • The South Bay Lakers secured the 128-116 victory over the San Diego Clippers on Wednesday night.

The players

Tevian Jones

A forward who led five players in double figures, matching his season high with 24 points.

Drew Timme

A two-way forward who added 20 points, six rebounds, and three assists.

RJ Davis

A guard who contributed 18 points, five rebounds, and five assists.

Anton Watson

A player whose all-around game produced 15 points, seven boards, and six assists.

Bronny James Jr.

Playing under assignment from the Los Angeles Lakers, he chipped in 12 points, three rebounds, six assists, and two blocks.

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What they’re saying

“South Bay's depth showed up big in the fourth quarter, and our guys kept fighting until the very end.”

— Tevian Jones, Forward (theconwaybulletin.com)

“We focused on defense down the stretch, and it paid off by limiting a talented San Diego team.”

— Drew Timme, Two-way Forward (theconwaybulletin.com)

“It was a total team effort; everyone contributed to that big fourth-quarter run.”

— RJ Davis, Guard (theconwaybulletin.com)

What’s next

The Lakers will embark on a four-game road trip starting Friday in Frisco, Texas, facing the Texas Legends before returning home to take on Stockton on February 28.

The takeaway

The South Bay Lakers' balanced scoring and strong bench depth have made them a formidable team at home this season, showcasing their resilience and potential as they push through the season's demands.