NBA Creator Cup ignites controversy as Raye YPK and viral stars steal pro level attention
NBA Creator Cup ignites controversy as Raye YPK and viral stars steal pro level attention (Image Source : X)
In the NBA Creator Cup, the spotlight shifts from pros to the internet's biggest basketball creators. This summer, the court won't be owned by
NBA
stars; it'll be ruled by names like SypherPK, Daydrian Harding, Raye YPK, and more.
It's not your usual league matchup, but it's grabbing attention everywhere. On July 9, inside The Pavilion in Las Vegas, these creators will trade content for competition.
With millions watching, they're not just showing up, they're reshaping what basketball culture looks like.
NBA Creator Cup goes live as SypherPK and top creators turn content into competition
On Wednesday July 9, the PlayStation NBA Creator Cup will happen at The Pavilion at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Tip-off is at 10:00 PM ET, and fans can watch live on NBA
YouTube
and the NBA App.
Some of the biggest basketball content creators will be there. SypherPK, Daydrian Harding, Raye YPK, Cam Wilder, and Carson Roney are all playing. These creators are known for viral clips, funny posts, and street basketball. Now, they're meeting face to face on one full court.
This is the first time many of these creators will play together live, with thousands watching in real time. It's not just a fun match; it's a new way the NBA is blending basketball and creator culture.
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FaZe Rug
and Jesser bring courtside charisma to NBA Creator Cup live stream
While the players battle it out on the court, two familiar voices will be calling every play. FaZe Rug and Jesser, both massive names in the creator world, will serve as the event hosts and commentators.
They'll talk fans through the game, from crossovers to big dunks to funny moments between plays. It's not a traditional broadcast. It's meant to feel fun, relaxed, and made for the internet.
Before the big day, FaZe Rug said in a preview clip, 'This game is about love for basketball.
But it's also for the fans who've followed these creators for years.'
The NBA Creator Cup isn't just about the final score. With internet stars taking over both the court and the commentary booth, it's really about what happens when digital culture meets real-life hoops.
It's creators stepping out of their screens and into the game and the vibe is completely different.
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