Despite going down by 14 with 3:34 left on the game clock and seemingly waving the white flag by substituting four of the five players on the floor, the Los Angeles Clippers battled back and eventually saw off a spirited Detroit Pistons squad in overtime by 142-131.
It was a far from textbook display from Ty Lue’s team, in which the head coach himself made some questionable decisions that led to even more questionable moments on the court.
In truth, the home team would have been good value for the win, but perhaps they’ll be thankful in the long term as the franchise that currently boasts the best odds at drafting Victor Wembanyama.