Clippers Fans Troll Warriors' Podziemski With Broccoli Signs

Brandin Podziemski was a good sport as Clippers fans poked fun at his hairstyle during free throws.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 3:06am

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An abstract, expressionist painting in vibrant neon colors, with rapid brushstrokes capturing the raw energy and intensity of an NBA playoff game, basketball players' figures dissolving into unrecognizable splatters of paint.Clippers fans' creative trolling tactics add an extra layer of intensity to the heated rivalry between the two California NBA teams.Los Angeles Today

Clippers fans at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles trolled Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski during Wednesday's NBA play-in game by holding up broccoli signs, poking fun at his hairstyle. Podziemski remained unfazed, smiling as he approached the free-throw line despite the antics from the rowdy Clippers fans known as "The Wall."

Why it matters

The Clippers' "The Wall" section is known for its ability to distract opposing players at the free-throw line, with opponents shooting just 73.4% on free throws when facing the group last season. The broccoli sign trolling was the latest attempt by Clippers fans to get under the skin of their rivals.

The details

Podziemski made his first free-throw attempt but missed the second, though Kristaps Porziņģis was able to grab the rebound and score a dunk. Despite the slow start, the Warriors roared back in the second quarter but still trailed the Clippers. Podziemski finished the game 3-of-7 shooting with one 3-pointer, showing a good sense of humor about the broccoli sign trolling.

  • The incident occurred in the first quarter of Wednesday's NBA play-in game between the Warriors and Clippers.

The players

Brandin Podziemski

A guard for the Golden State Warriors who was the target of the Clippers fans' broccoli sign trolling.

Kristaps Porziņģis

A player for the Los Angeles Clippers who was able to score a dunk on the rebound after Podziemski missed his second free-throw attempt.

Steve Kerr

The head coach of the Golden State Warriors.

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The takeaway

The broccoli sign trolling by Clippers fans is the latest example of the intense rivalry between the two California teams, with the Clippers' raucous home crowd using creative methods to try and gain an advantage over their opponents.