Jalen Suggs became the subject of online ridicule after missing a playful attempt at Stephen Curry’s signature no-look shot during the Orlando Magic’s game against the Washington Wizards. Despite the awkward moment, Suggs contributed six points in 19 minutes as the Magic secured an important victory early in the season.
The shot, which Curry popularized by turning away before the ball hits the basket, has been replicated by several stars, including LeBron James. Suggs, however, mistimed his try—his shot bounced off the rim and was grabbed by Goga Bitadze, turning the stunt into a viral highlight for the wrong reasons.
“Nick Young went on a generational run, but now it’s Jalen Suggs’ turn,”
“It was due… Nick Young GIF, you can rest now.”
“Nick Young has some competition now.”
Fans quickly drew parallels between Suggs’s miss and Nick Young’s infamous premature celebration years ago. Social media filled with memes and comparisons, cementing the moment as another addition to the NBA’s growing reel of humorous blunders.
Fans teased Jalen Suggs after his failed no-look shot attempt went viral, turning an NBA win into a moment of good-natured internet mockery.