The NBA’s official Twitter account became the target of a hacking incident last night. The breach saw the account promoting a fake cryptocurrency called “$NBA Coin,” claiming it was a groundbreaking digital asset designed to “redefine fan engagement, transactions, and experiences within the basketball ecosystem.”
The NBA Twitter account really was just hacked and promoted a Solana coin
Insane. (via @LakeShowYo) pic.twitter.com/2idXTFJkgG
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) March 4, 2025
NBA account is hacked by geeks pic.twitter.com/eXaiF9DtL0
— Bones🦴 (@Boness305) March 4, 2025
The hackers posted a series of tweets announcing the supposed partnership between the NBA and the Solana Network, a blockchain platform. The posts described the fake cryptocurrency as offering “lightning-fast transactions, unparalleled security, and seamless integration into the Web3 landscape.” While the tweets were quickly deleted, the damage had already been done, with fans taking to social media to express their confusion and amusement.
The NBA’s PR team confirmed the hacking incident, stating that the league had regained control of the account and was investigating the breach. “Official NBA accounts were hacked,” the league informed Front Office Sports. “Sorry, no NBA Coin on Solana coming.” The incident has raised questions about the security measures in place for high-profile social media accounts, especially those representing major organizations.
Official NBA accounts were hacked, NBA PR confirms to @FOS. Sorry, no NBA Coin on Solana coming. pic.twitter.com/r45fSFkbV7
— Daniel Roberts (@readDanwrite) March 4, 2025
This isn’t the first time a sports league has fallen victim to a hacking incident. Earlier this year, the UFC’s official Instagram account was similarly compromised, with hackers promoting a fake crypto wallet address. These incidents highlight the growing need for robust cybersecurity measures to protect against such breaches.
Fans, meanwhile, couldn’t help but find humor in the situation. Memes and jokes flooded social media.
i cant believe we live in a world where the official NBA account gets hacked and it’s to try and sell a crypto currency
— sean yoo (@SeanYoo) March 4, 2025
Nice job Adam silver
— 𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐱 (@tronnniel) March 4, 2025
“Hacked” Silver trying to make extra money on the side cause the ratings are down
— David (@David_bets789) March 4, 2025
They trying anything at this point 😭
— Sunny (@sunnymaanz) March 4, 2025
Nah this is Adam Silver trying to bring the ratings up with the crypto crowd 😭
— art (@AR11222010) March 5, 2025
who hacked the NBA? Adam silver can’t do shit right pic.twitter.com/keOsXVNTMh
— jesse 🗣️ (@wyaajessee) March 4, 2025
The NBA official account got hacked. Lmao Adam Silver what are you doing? pic.twitter.com/5wKgneZnow
— 𝘈𝘣𝘥𝘶𝘭 (@AbdulV23) March 4, 2025
Official NBA account hacked pic.twitter.com/VdXnqNGzX8
— Exotic⭕️🫵 (@ExoticOwns) March 4, 2025
The NBA is hacked somebody change the spurs record real quick
— dylan (@dylangonzalez21) March 4, 2025
