The clue featured a picture of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in his signature braids and asked contestants to identify the player who won the 2024-2025 NBA MVP award, the scoring title, and an NBA championship. Despite the visual aid, the contestants appeared stunned, staring blankly at the screen before missing the answer.
Viewers expressed shock at the collective knowledge gap, noting that the question was considered a "gimmie" for sports fans. The awkward moment has since gone viral, sparking a debate about general sports awareness.