Gradey Dick, Anthony Black Stage Inappropriate Jersey Swap

When the Toronto Raptors played the Orlando Magic, it was supposed to be a game that was fun for the whole family.

And it was.

But then rookies Grady Dick (Raptors) and Anthony Black (Magic) decided to take part in a jersey swap after the game, and the end result was something that shouldn't be viewed in the workplace. Or probably anywhere.

A picture of their swap proved why and said it all after the game.

 

Without a doubt, both players knew what they were doing. They knew the NBA would release a photo, as it often does. They were even seen speaking near the end of the Magic's 111-96 victory.

The full exchange. They knew what they were doing the whole time lol pic.twitter.com/hix4NBBgs3

— Oh No He Didn't (@ohnohedidnt24) March 18, 2024

"The 2023 lottery picks decided to gift each other the jerseys off their backs as part of the common NBA tradition ... but it was clear they had an elaborate plan to crack a quick joke using their surnames," wrote TMZ Sports.

"The broadcast cameras caught Black running over to a photog to make sure they captured the swap ... and when he posed alongside Dick, he positioned himself to his left so their last names read ... well, you get it."Of course, the Magic fell for it and innocently posted a picture of the so-called heartwarming moment of sportsmanship on social media.

Way to go, NBA.

Dick scored 10 points, Black finished with two, and each won their own personal championship.

Eventually, the photo went viral and the Magic quickly deleted their post. It took a while, but they eventually realized that they'd been hoaxed.

It's unclear whether the rookies will face any sort of fine. It's doubtful — as jersey swaps happen after practically every game. And Dick and Black can't help it that their last names are what they are.

All of which was Example No. 217 why jersey swaps, by and large, are pretty stupid.