In a moment that blended sports and internet culture, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams found himself in an unexpected—and hilarious—video call just before tip-off of Game 2 against the Lakers. The caller? None other than Rayasianboy, the rapidly rising Taiwanese streamer known simply as Ray, who has been making waves online after receiving a boost from fellow creator Kai Cenat.

During a live Twitch broadcast last Thursday, Ray decided to reach out to several NBA stars for their honest opinions on his new braided hairstyle. When he connected with Williams, the Thunder forward was clearly caught off guard, especially with a playoff game looming just minutes away.

“I got a playoff game later and you called me to show me some b———?” Williams responded, laughing in disbelief. The exchange quickly went viral across social media, with fans praising the big man’s good-natured reaction and sense of humor.

As it turns out, the lighthearted moment may have been a good luck charm. Williams went on to deliver one of his best postseason performances, scoring seven points, grabbing two rebounds, and dishing out one assist in just 15 minutes off the bench—his second-highest scoring output of the playoffs. The Thunder went on to secure an impressive victory over the Lakers, making the whole interaction feel even more serendipitous.

Ray didn’t stop there. He also connected with Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown, who initially seemed unsure about the braids. But after a few moments of conversation, Brown changed his tune. “You know what? It’s kinda growing on me, I f— with it,” he admitted.

For fans of both basketball and streaming culture, this moment was a perfect reminder of how sports and entertainment continue to collide in fun, unexpected ways. Whether it’s a pre-game laugh or a playoff win, sometimes the best moments come from the most surprising calls.