A Houston Rockets fan participated in the halftime challenge during the game and won $25,000 after making a basket from mid-court. The images went viral on social media.
During the NBA game between the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers last Sunday (5), a Rockets fan won $25,000 after making a basket from mid-court during the halftime challenge. The video of this incredible feat went viral on social media.
The game took place at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.
The fan had to participate in a challenge where he had to make baskets from different spots on the court. The hardest spot was to make a shot from mid-court.
To everyone’s surprise, the fan managed to make the shot on his second attempt, with just a few seconds remaining. The crowd in the stands went wild along with the Houston mascot.
The Rockets won the game 119 to 115 against the Los Angeles Lakers.
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