Los Angeles Clippers center Boban Marjanović recently delighted fans at the Crypto.com Arena with a surprising move during a game against the Houston Rockets. The 7’3″ player intentionally missed two free throws in the final minutes of the game, all in an effort to give fans in attendance free Chick-fil-A sandwiches.
The crowd went wild as Marjanović celebrated with them after missing the second free throw. Even the announcers were taken aback by his unconventional gesture towards the fans.
The game itself had no playoff implications for either team, as both the Rockets and the Clippers were already out of contention. However, Marjanović’s performance on the court was impressive nonetheless. He finished the game with 13 points and eight rebounds in just 12 minutes of play, marking his highest minutes played in a game all season.
As Marjanović is set to become a free agent this summer, his popularity among fans and actions like giving away free food may help him secure a new team quickly for the upcoming season. The big man’s willingness to engage with fans and bring some fun to the game has surely made him a fan favorite among the Clippers faithful.
Despite the outcome of the game, Marjanović’s memorable moment with the Chick-fil-A sandwiches will surely be talked about for a long time to come. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see where the lovable giant will end up next season and what other surprises he has in store for them.
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