PRIME VIDEO CUTS OUT DURING NBA OVERTIME GAME

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THU, APR 16, 2026

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Prime Video displayed a "technical difficulties" message during an NBA game in overtime, leaving viewers unable to watch the critical final moments. The outage prompted reactions from players including LeBron James.

Prime Video experienced a streaming failure during an NBA game that went into overtime, replacing the live broadcast with a technical difficulties notice. The blackout occurred during a crucial stretch of the game, cutting off viewers at a pivotal moment. LeBron James reacted publicly to the outage, posting "Am I trippin??" on social media, reflecting the frustration shared across the platform's user base. The incident marks another streaming reliability issue for Amazon's video service. Prime Video has faced criticism in recent years over service disruptions during major sporting events. Amazon has not yet released an official statement on the cause or duration of the outage. The company has been investing heavily in securing sports streaming rights, including Thursday Night Football and other premium content.

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