The PlayStation NBA Creator Cup returns for its second season, bringing a fan-first, high-energy 5v5 game to T-Mobile Arena on Friday, December 12, 2025, at 8 PM PT. The event features a diverse lineup of top social creators with a combined total of over 130 million followers and will stream live across the NBA App, NBA YouTube, and NBA Facebook. Designed to blend competition, entertainment, and creator-led engagement, the Creator Cup continues to grow as one of the NBA’s most dynamic crossover events between basketball and digital culture.
Meet the Creators Taking the Court
With a massive, combined following across platforms, this year’s PlayStation NBA Creator Cup lineup brings together some of the most dynamic and influential voices in the creator basketball world. From high-flying dunkers to skilled playmakers and fast-rising digital stars, the roster represents the best of hoops culture online.
Strictly Bball’s Joe Doerrer will call all the action on the stream with arena host Da Kid Gowie. The night will also feature special appearances by world-renowned trainer Lethal Shooter and special guest SeanDoesMagic.
YPK Raye: A multi-faceted creator who blends hoops, humor, and lifestyle content, Raye keeps fans locked in with his viral skits, highlights, and adventures on and off the court. A true entertainer every time he touches the ball.
Cam Wilder: Known for his high energy and skill, Cam has built a massive following by pairing on-court talent with a comedic edge. He’s recently taken fans behind the scenes as the AAU coach of Rod Wave Elite, turning his journey into must-watch content.
Carson Roney: A former Shawnee State standout who has grown into a major digital star, Carson mixes basketball, lifestyle, travel, and fashion content for her millions of followers, bringing range and personality to every platform.
Kristopher London: After playing college basketball at Oral Roberts and Newman University, Kris became one of YouTube’s biggest sports and gaming creators. His enthusiasm and 6-foot-11 frame have helped him build a following of over 3 million subscribers.
JDub: Jordan “JDub” Wallace, who played college ball at Lamar University and Victoria College, gives fans a mix of hoops, comedy skits, and behind-the-scenes vlogs that show both his personality and his game.
Chris Staples: A former Harlem Globetrotter and world-class dunker, Chris has inspired NBA stars with his acrobatics and won dunk contests across the globe. From viral trick dunks to film and TV appearances, he continues to bring elite creativity to the court.
Marcelas Howard: A former Holy Names guard known as “The Backyard Legend,” Marcelas has built a strong following through comedic basketball content.
Drifty Jay: Jordan “Driftyjay” Lewis keeps fans entertained with park takeovers, 1v1s, AAU events, and a steady dose of comedy challenges. Whether he’s hooping or joking, he brings nonstop energy to every video.
Pika: A California-based creator known for basketball and gaming content, Pika streams to more than 1.5 million followers across her channels and brings speed and creativity as a 5’3″ guard.
Bree Green: After four years at UTEP and time with the Harlem Globetrotters, Bree now trains, entertains, and inspires through trick shots, skill work, and feel-good content that showcases her personality and love for the game.
Meka: Emeka “Meka” Uzomba blends comedy and basketball for an audience of more than a million followers. His mix of personality and skill has made him a standout voice in creator hoops.
Caleb Nash Feemster: A trick-shot specialist whose TikTok channel features viral basketball montages, Caleb has earned more than 12 million likes by pushing the limits of creativity and precision.
Tyy2.0 (Ty Jackson): At 5’4”, Ty is one of the most explosive dunkers in the scene, flaunting a 51.5-inch vertical jump. Tyy2.0 has made waves with tutorials and jaw-dropping dunks, including throwing down on a 7’3″ defender.
Breaking Down the Game Levels
The Creator Cup introduces a refreshed four-level competition structure featuring three eight-minute levels followed by an untimed target-score finish:
- Level 1 – A classic battle of 5-on-5 basketball.
- Level 2 – Coaches can activate a two-minute period with increased pace and scoring bonuses.
- Level 3 – Fans can select one player on each team to receive increased scoring. More information will follow on how NBA ID members can vote ahead of time.
- Level 4 – Target Score: The game shifts to an untimed race to a target score of +11 from the leading team’s total.
Additional rules include the G League’s One Free Throw rule and a team foul bonus on the fifth foul, resetting with each level.
Fans Take Center Stage
Fans fuel the Creator Cup experience from start to finish. There will be player intro fan tunnels, fan interactions during game breaks, creator runs into the stands for group photos, interactive contests, and the Dap Challenge Handshake Contest, creating unforgettable moments throughout the arena.
Tune In Live
Fans everywhere can tap into the action with live coverage on NBA YouTube, the NBA App, and NBA Facebook. Real-time creator livestreams bring extra angles, extra energy, and extra storytelling to every moment on and off the court.
