Watch the INCREDIBLE moment an Oklahoma City Thunder fan wins $20,000 with a stunning half-court shot on the night his team won 119-107 over the Jazz
- The fan, Cody Hoover, is a three-point specialist for his high school varsity team
- Chet Holmgren led the Thunder to victory with 35 points and 14 rebounds
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An Oklahoma City Thunder fan left Paycom Center with $20,000 after hitting a half-court shot Wednesday night.
During the match between the Thunder and Utah Jazz, 18-year-old Cody Hoover was selected to try for the big money courtesy of MidFirst Bank.
Hoover marched onto center court in a white Thunder jersey. The crowd cheered the teen as Oklahoma City mascot Rumble grabbed his head to wish him luck.
When the drumbeat started, Hoover took a dribble and a few steps toward midfield before pulling up for the shot. The ball kissed the glass before entering the hoop as the Oklahoma City crowd erupted in celebration.
Hoover celebrated with the Storm Chasers at the OKC logo when he received his huge check. Arena emcee Malcolm Tubbs noted that Hoover was the first fan to convert a half-court shot this season.
An Oklahoma City Thunder fan won $20,000 after taking a half-court shot on Wednesday
18-year-old Cody Hoover plays basketball for Mount Vernon Enola High School in Arkansas
Chet Holmgren led the Thunder to a 119-107 victory over the Jazz with 35 points and 14 rebounds
Hailing from Mount Vernon, Arkansas, Hoover’s basketball skills are usually on display when he plays for the Mount Vernon Enola High School varsity team.
According to his HUDL page, Hoover is 6 feet tall and weighs 160 pounds, a member of the class of 2024. His profile does not indicate his position.
However, Hoover’s highlights show him playing a big three-and-d role for the Warhawks. In February last year, he recorded a double-double with 20 points and 11 rebounds against Guy Perkins. A few games later, he also recorded four 3-pointers against Nemo Vista and six against Sacred Heart Catholic School.
After Hoover made his $20,000 shot, the Thunder earned a 119-107 win over the Jazz. Rookie Chet Holmgren led OKC in scoring with 35 points and 14 rebounds, while MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander recorded 31 points and seven assists.
The Thunder remain atop the Western Conference with a 48-20 record after winning their last three games.