"The Wizards attempted to spread laughter through an April Fools joke involving a blindfolded fan trying to make a half-court shot for $10,000, but it sparked backlash."
"The fan's reaction to seemingly winning the money was priceless, yet the belief that he was fooled did not sit well with the fanbase."
"In a statement, the Wizards clarified that the fan who was the butt of the joke was in on the prank, hoping to reduce the backlash."
On April 1, the Washington Wizards attempted an April Fools joke during a game, involving a blindfolded fan trying to make a half-court shot for $10,000. The prank, intended to be humorous, was poorly received by fans who felt misled. The fan's reaction to the joke was captured on video, but many in the audience were upset that he was made to believe he had won. Following the backlash, the Wizards issued a statement clarifying that the fan was aware of the prank.
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