Erik Reynolds II officially joined the Oklahoma City Thunder on June 27, signing a Summer League contract as an undrafted free agent after completing four seasons at Saint Joseph’s. However, his debut in the league started hilariously.
Just seconds into the game against the Brooklyn Nets, Reynolds accidentally scored on the wrong basket. It didn’t take long to go viral. Thunder fans on social media are already reacting, and stunned commentary from broadcasters has only added to the fun surrounding his unexpected first bucket.
The Thunder’s rookie guard made his NBA Summer League debut in Las Vegas this week, but it didn’t go as planned. His first points as a pro went into the wrong basket.
How Did Thunder Player Erik Reynolds II Score on the Wrong Basket?
The game had just started, and the energy in the arena was high. But less than a minute into play, Reynolds mistakenly scored for the opposing team. After securing a loose ball right off the opening tip, the rookie’s instincts kicked in. He rushed straight to the nearest hoop and calmly floated a right-handed layup.
The fun part is that he realized too late that he had scored in the opponent’s basket. The commentators were stunned. “Erik Reynolds scored about 2,400 points in college at St. Joe’s, and he just scored his first two points for the match… wrong one,” one said. Another added, “And the reality is, it’s not the first time this has happened.”
Erik Reynolds II scores to his own basket off the jump ball (with a replay) pic.twitter.com/uEVWZqVVYi
— MrBuckBuck (@MrBuckBuckNBA) July 10, 2025
Reynolds’ mistake instantly became one of the most talked-about moments of this year’s Summer League. However, the history of the NBA has seen similar moments, like Ricky Davis’ infamous self-rebound attempt in 2003 and JaVale McGee’s accidental tip-in for the wrong team. Fans often debate which mistake is worse or more forgivable.
What Are Fans Saying About Reynolds’ Mistake?
These embarrassing moments, however, often become fan favorites and help lighten the intensity of high-stakes basketball. Fortunately, Reynolds’s wrong basket wasn’t serious or costly, but fans still had a field day reacting to his awkward moment.
One X user trolled the rookie, noting, “Pack your bags blud 💀,” while another added, “It’s hard being a Thunder fan.” Someone else noted, “1st summer league bet of the year, bet wrong side by mistake.” The comments also reflect humor and truth, since the Thunder are the defending NBA champions.
Pack your bags blud 💀
— OMEGAXXX🖕🏽 (@0MEGA_XCX) July 10, 2025
Despite the blunder, Reynolds comes in with strong credentials for the Thunder. He averaged 16.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game in his senior season at Saint Joseph’s. Over his four-year college career from 2021 to 2025, he totaled 2,175 points. So it’s clear his mistake wasn’t due to inexperience.
Making a debut in the NBA comes with severe pressure. Young players are eager to prove themselves in high-level competition, and sometimes the adrenaline they feel leads to quick but costly decisions. Reynolds had a rough start, but the community is forgiving.