The Rio Grande Valley Vipers gained a measure of revenge, defeating the San Diego Clippers 109-102 on February 26, 2026. This result leveled the two-game series between the teams and was fueled by a dominant defensive performance from the Vipers. Still stinging from their last-second loss the previous day, Rio Grande Valley came out with tremendous energy, building a large early lead by forcing the Clippers into tough shots. San Diego mounted a comeback in the second half, but the Vipers' offense responded every time, with their point guard controlling the tempo and making smart decisions. The win was a testament to the team's character and kept them in the thick of the playoff race.