NBA Fans watched another moment spiral from harmless clip to full-blown internet chaos after a short exchange between Victor Wembanyama and Cooper Flagg was turned into an AI-generated parody.
It started when @NBAMemes reposted a clip appearing to show Wembanyama not shaking hands with Flagg, captioning it, “Looks like Wemby is not a fan of Cooper Flagg.”
The post quickly drew reactions from NBA Fans who interpreted the moment as a possible snub.
Then things escalated.
@RCBufordBR took the original clip and, using AI editing tools, altered it into a fake video that made the two players appear to kiss.
He posted it with the caption, “Happy now????” The clip was clearly artificial, but that did not stop NBA Fans from reacting.
Happy now???? pic.twitter.com/PTKCDYRUSd
— R.C. Buford BR (@RCBufordBR) February 6, 2026
One of the most circulated replies came from @FinsLegion, who wrote, “Making this is gayer than if they actually did it.”
The comment drew both laughs and criticism, as NBA Fans debated whether the joke crossed a line.
Meanwhile, @thunderfan28 asked, “Did this happen when I went to the bathroom during the game?” reflecting confusion from viewers who saw the altered clip before the original context.
@HoeyofHimself added sarcasm, writing, “People will try to say this is AI,” mocking the obvious nature of the edit.
The situation isn’t just about a meme. It highlights how quickly NBA Fans move from analyzing a missed handshake to spreading manipulated content for entertainment. AI edits are becoming more common, and even when they are clearly fake, they can blur lines between humor and misinformation.
NBA Fans Debate Sportsmanship After Original Wembanyama–Flagg Clip Sparks Criticism
Before the AI parody took over timelines, NBA Fans were already debating the original handshake moment.
Some viewers believed Wembanyama’s body language showed unnecessary edge. @petar_zori33790 commented, “this dude is acting so hard, that’s not Mamba mentality, that’s just being an asshole, and btw Coop is better.”
The remark reflected frustration from NBA Fans who expect visible respect between rising stars.
Another user, @Jay__Thunder, echoed that tone, writing, “Wemby is such a try-hard. It’s corny af.” That sentiment appeared repeatedly in replies discussing the perceived snub.
The debate isn’t just about one missed handshake. NBA Fans often scrutinize small gestures between players, especially when young stars are involved. Every interaction gets replayed, slowed down, and interpreted from multiple angles.
Some NBA Fans argued the moment could have been accidental or taken out of context. Others felt it showed poor sportsmanship.
By the time the AI edit surfaced, the conversation had already split into two camps. The fake video shifted attention away from the handshake itself, but the original criticism remained.
For NBA Fans, a simple postgame moment became layered with opinion, parody, and overanalysis — all within a few hours.
