Thompson’s Buzzer-Beater Lifts Heat Over Clippers in Overtime Thriller
Klay Thompson made a game-winning 3-pointer with one second left in overtime as the Miami Heat rallied to defeat the Los Angeles Clippers 117-116 in Inglewood, California.
West Palm Beach Fort Pierce, FL, November 5, 2026 — In a dramatic conclusion to a hard-fought contest, the Miami Heat secured a narrow victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, prevailing 117-116 after a game-winning shot in overtime.
The decisive moment came with just one second remaining on the clock in the extra period. Klay Thompson successfully sank a 3-pointer, clinching the win for the Heat. The victory came after the Miami team staged a rally to overcome the Clippers’ lead.
The game took place in Inglewood, California. The final score indicates a closely contested match, with the Heat ultimately edging out their opponents by a single point following the overtime period.
Details regarding the full game progression, leading scorers for both teams beyond the game-winning shot, or any specific plays leading up to the final seconds were not provided in the summary. The summary focuses on the climax of the game where Thompson’s shot determined the outcome. Further information about player statistics or other notable game events would require additional reporting.
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