Controversy in the WNBA: A Crypto Coin Behind the Incidents with Sex Toys
In an exclusive revelation, a self-proclaimed cryptocurrency enthusiast has confessed to Alofoke Deportes being part of a group that orchestrated recent incidents in several WNBA games. These acts, which involved the throwing of sex toys, have interrupted at least three games in the last two weeks. The main objective, according to the source, is to promote a cryptocurrency created by their online community. The source, who requested to remain anonymous, justified the choice of the WNBA as a “logical target” due to the “controversy” surrounding the league. Their intention, they explained, was to “intercept some of that attention” to promote their crypto project. The individual, known on the X platform as “Lt. Daldo Raine”, in reference to Brad Pitt’s character in the movie “Inglourious Basterds”, revealed that his group seeks to “make memes fun again”.The WNBA has not yet issued an official statement regarding the group responsible for these acts. The WNBPA (Women’s National Basketball Players Association) requested an update from the league and was informed that the possible incentivization of individuals to carry out the incidents is being investigated. According to the source, the crypto coin began trading on July 28, one day before the first release of a sex toy at a WNBA game. The coin’s transaction record on Dex Screener confirms this timeline. Alofoke Deportes had access to publications in the community’s Telegram group, which has more than 1,000 users. These publications reveal prior knowledge and details about the first incident, which occurred during the game between Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries on July 29. In the chat, links to the game broadcast were shared and the plans were celebrated, accompanied by derogatory comments towards the WNBA. Since then, two people have been arrested in connection with the incidents. Delbert Carver, 23, was arrested in Atlanta for allegedly throwing a sex toy onto the field. Kaden Lopez, 18, was arrested in Phoenix during the game between Mercury and Connecticut Sun. Lopez threw a sex toy and hit two spectators. The source assured that Carver was not affiliated with the original group and that Lopez was part of the coordination. Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham expressed her concern on X, asking for these acts that put players at risk to stop. According to the source, the group planned additional incidents at four different stadiums. A sex toy was thrown at the Barclays Center during the match between the New York Liberty and the Dallas Wings, without reaching the court. In another match between the Los Angeles Sparks and the Indiana Fever, a sex toy hit the court, apparently hitting Cunningham. An incident was also planned in Seattle, but it did not materialize. The WNBA issued a statement emphasizing the safety of everyone in the stadiums and warning about sanctions for those who throw objects onto the court. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve criticized the sexualization of women, calling these acts “not funny” and demanding accountability from those responsible. A new incident occurred in the match between Dream and Sky, but it has not been confirmed if it is related to the previous ones. According to Forbes, the value of the crypto currency, which “represents a bold move in internet culture”, has increased by 300% in the last week. Google Trends shows a 3,700% increase in searches related to “green dildo” in the United States since July 29. A betting house created markets to bet on these incidents, where, according to the source, several members of the group made profits. Dave Mason, from BetOnline, confirmed that the betting house was investigating the possibility that the group was behind the incidents. The source revealed that the group is looking for new ways to generate attention, including an incident at an MLB game between the Marlins and Astros, where a woman behind home plate displayed a sex toy. “We have many fun things planned,” it stated.We really wanted to make memes fun again.
Lt. Daldo Raine
