Friday night’s game between the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers was delayed for 18 minutes during the third quarter after a blaring horn interrupted play.
The stoppage stemmed from a power surge that caused the overhead scoreboard to malfunction, setting off the horn and prompting officials to halt the action until the issue was addressed.
Game resumes after extended stoppage
Play eventually continued following the extended delay, with the horn and scoreboard malfunction identified as the cause of the interruption.