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Clippers’ heartbreaking loss to the Heat exposed a major fourth-quarter concern

Through the LA Clippers’ heartbreaking loss to the Miami Heat, the world saw a major fourth-quarter concern.

By Iliyan Lakhani · Clipperholics

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 4:35 PM

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Writer Iliyan Lakhani argues the LA Clippers' overtime loss to the Miami Heat exposed critical late-game closing issues.
The Clippers surrendered a 10-point fourth-quarter lead before Klay Thompson hit a game-winning three-pointer for Miami.
The writer notes LA also surrendered a 12-point fourth-quarter lead against the Toronto Raptors two nights prior.

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The LA Clippers suffered an overtime defeat to the Miami Heat following a game-winning corner three-pointer by Klay Thompson. Writer Iliyan Lakhani argues that the loss highlighted a severe problem with closing out games, noting that the Clippers surrendered a 10-point lead in the final five minutes of the fourth quarter.

Lakhani emphasizes that this collapse followed a similar fourth-quarter breakdown against the Toronto Raptors. The writer critiques point guard Darius Garland and head coach Tyronn Lue for late-game stagnation and costly turnovers, suggesting video study and the eventual return of veterans Brandon Ingram and Bradley Beal as necessary solutions.

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