Two Arrested in Crypto-Linked WNBA Sex Toy Tossing Stunt

Two individuals, Kaden Lopez and Delbert Carver, have been arrested for allegedly participating in a series of incidents in which neon green sex toys were thrown onto the court during WNBA games [1]. The incidents have drawn significant public attention and are now linked to a cryptocurrency group that has claimed responsibility for orchestrating the stunts [2]. The group is reportedly promoting a memecoin, a type of cryptocurrency often associated with internet humor or viral trends, and has said it is responsible for tossing the items as part of a broader campaign [3].

The trend gained momentum over several weeks, with sex toys being thrown during multiple games, sparking mixed public reactions. Some spectators found the acts humorous, even placing bets on how many toys would be thrown, while others expressed discomfort or outrage [4]. The incidents have also led to at least one other fan being charged for throwing a sex toy during a recent game [5].

According to reports, the cryptocurrency group has denied any direct connection to the arrests of Lopez and Carver but confirmed its involvement in planning the disruptions [2]. The group’s motivations appear tied to gaining visibility for the memecoin, though no further details on the coin or its intended use have been disclosed. The individual behind the group, who goes by Daldo Raine on social media, stated that the stunts were a lighthearted protest against what he described as a toxic environment in the memecoin space, dominated by influencers and scammers [3]. The green color of the dildos, he explained, is a reference to the crypto slang for upward price movement on trading charts [3].

The stunts have drawn sharp criticism from WNBA players and coaches, who said the actions pose a safety risk and show a lack of respect for the game. “It’s ridiculous, it’s dumb, it’s stupid,” Los Angeles Sparks coach Lynne Roberts said after an incident at the Crypto.com arena [1]. The WNBA’s code of conduct explicitly prohibits fans from throwing objects onto the court and mandates removal from the venue, with potential criminal charges.

The incidents highlight the growing intersection between online crypto culture and public events. Memecoins have become increasingly popular, often leveraging viral trends and social media to drive engagement. This case, however, raises questions about the boundaries of acceptable behavior and the potential consequences of blending digital activism with real-world actions. The memecoin market is currently at a market cap of $70.6 billion, down nearly 45% from its peak in December 2024 [1]. Pump.fun, a major launchpad in the memecoin industry, has also seen a sharp decline in revenue, down 80% in July compared to its January peak.

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[1] Memecoin-tied trend of sex toys thrown at WNBA games sees 2 arrests

(Cointelegraph: https://cointelegraph.com/news/memecoin-trend-sex-toys-thrown-wnba-games-2-arrests)

[2] Crypto group claims responsibility for WNBA 'sex toy' pranks, denies ties to recent arrests at games

(CBS: https://www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/crypto-group-claims-responsibility-for-wnba-sex-toy-pranks-denies-ties-to-recent-arrests-at-games/)

[3] Crypto group reportedly says it planned sex toy tosses at WNBA games

(Yahoo: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/crypto-group-reportedly-says-planned-034458384.html)

[4] Why Are People Throwing Dildos Onto the Court at WNBA Games?

(Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoXChromosomes/comments/1mjx2fg/why_are_people_throwing_dildos_onto_the_court_at/)

[5] Fan charged for throwing sex toy during Dream-Valkyries game

(SSBCrack: https://news.ssbcrack.com/fan-charged-for-throwing-sex-toy-during-dream-valkyries-game-2/)