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Apr 15, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Rickea Jackson poses with WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert after she is selected with the number four overall pick to the Los Angeles Sparks in the 2024 WNBA Draft at Brooklyn Academy of Music. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

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Apr 15, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Rickea Jackson poses with WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert after she is selected with the number four overall pick to the Los Angeles Sparks in the 2024 WNBA Draft at Brooklyn Academy of Music. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
Streamers, or be it anyone from the entertainment industry, are constantly searching for creative ways to engage their audiences and capture new attention. Kai Cenat decided to follow this trend with his Little Ballers Association (LBA), a fictional basketball league that took social media by storm. While entertaining the fans, Rickea Jackson stumbled upon a hilarious moment during his quirky entrance.
The Los Angeles Sparks small forward took to her Instagram story, sharing a clip of his funny antics, complete with laughing emojis. Let us tell you that this whole league is a creation straight out of Cenat’s mind, where he took to the court alongside kids in a fictional setting. The LBA boasts a polished basketball court flaunting its logo, professional referees, and a pumped-up crowd. It all adds to a real NBA vibe.
The streamer tipped things off with a hilarious stream parodying an NBA draft, going from a highly anticipated third-round pick to the last player picked. Cenat played for the New York Sky, and they managed to snag a win against Dallas before taking down Atlanta and Phoenix in the semifinals.
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Despite spraining his right knee, Cenat powered through. He even posed with the trophy in a classic Kobe Bryant-style shot, capping off his LBA journey in style. To make it all funnier, he lifted his jersey to the rafters, declaring his retirement from the league. Now, while Kai was busy making headlines, Jackson was slaying on her own stage- court as well.
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Jackson hints at a star addition for LA
Speaking of high notes, the 23-year-old has been pretty busy too. You might already know that everyone has eyes on Paige Bueckers, and she is expected to be the number one draft pick for 2025. However, Rickea has some thoughts about it! Paige might be headed to the Golden State Valkyries, a new team. But it seems like the Los Angeles Sparks are in the mix, too.
The Valkyries have even caught her attention with their ‘prettiest colorway ever.’ Paige Buckets’ recent Instagram post from Los Angeles went viral, and Jackson wasted no time hopping in. Paige was at an NFL game and posted a carousel of photos with a caption that read, “Better days🤍.” The WNBA rookie chimed in with a playful “LALALALALALALA.”

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LOS ANGELES, CA – JULY 16: Rickea Jackson #2 of the Los Angeles Sparks dribbles the ball during the game against the Seattle Storm on July 16, 2024 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jessie Alcheh/NBAE via Getty Images)
This clearly hints at a potential Sparks connection. Fans instantly took to the comment section, with one jokingly blaming Rickea for “tampering” as they railed behind Valkyries to fight back. The admirers filled the entire comment section with dreams of a future team-up—Paige, Rickea, and even Cameron Brink. While some social media users hope for this to happen, others believe it’s just meant to be.
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What’s your perspective on:
Did Kai Cenat's quirky entrance steal the show more than his LBA Championship win?
Have an interesting take?
After all, the Sparks had a rough run last season, finishing dead last with an 8-32 record. So, it’s safe to say LA could use some star power to turn things around in the next season. And Paige’s could exactly be what the team needs. Well, we never know what’s cooking. So, let’s wait and watch!
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Did Kai Cenat's quirky entrance steal the show more than his LBA Championship win?