A perfectly timed camera pan to a shocked sports fan trying to grasp an epic loss spawns top-tier meme content. There was the shocked Michigan fan who couldn't believe his Wolverines lost to Michigan State on a fumble return for a touchdown in 2015. Earlier this NBA season, Jalen Rose became a meme for his reaction to Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra calling a timeout he didn't have, which brought back memories.
Thursday night, a new fan found his way to the camera, whether he wanted to or not.
The moment came after the Chicago Bulls stunned the Los Angeles Lakers with a six-point comeback in six seconds. The Lakers were able to regain the lead, but gave it right back as they lost on an improbable buzzer-beater by Josh Giddey from half court.
As the Bulls and their fans went wild, not able to believe what just happened, the Chicago broadcast panned to a blankly-staring Lakers fan at the perfect time. You can watch the full sequence here:
JOSH GIDDEY CALLS GAME FROM HALF COURT!!!!
— Bulls on CHSN (@CHSN_Bulls) March 28, 2025
BULLS WINNNN!!!! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/NQNzZcropX
Everybody in the United Center seemed to be jumping and making noise except for that one, sad Lakers fan.
— Rob Perez (@WorldWideWob) March 28, 2025
An epic way to lose, but at least the Lakers fan got some newly found internet fame and a memory he won't forget. And everyone else gets a new meme to bookmark.
Giddey's game-winner lifted the Bulls to an improbable 119–117 win. He exploded for a triple-double with 25 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists.
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This article was originally published on www.si.com as Stunned Lakers Fan Becomes New Meme After Bulls' Mind-Boggling Comeback Win.
