Small Fire Briefly Delays NBA Game in Oklahoma City

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The game between Oklahoma City Thunder and Toronto Raptors was delayed on Wednesday, December 27, due to a small electrical fire at the Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

According to the NBA, PA announcers said there was a “small electrical issue above the catwalk.” The teams continued playing once the blaze was under control. Thunder eventually beat Raptors 124-107.

This video shows smoke filling rafters above the stadium. Credit: Instagram/djj2o via Storyful