Pablo Torre Finds Out Fowl Shots: The Untold Story of Brickin' for Chicken (PTFO Vault)
Nov 27, 2025
Amin Elhassan, a curious journalist known for on-the-ground reporting, teams up with Thanasis Antetokounmpo, former NBA player and Giannis' brother, to unravel the quirky 'Brickin' for Chicken' phenomenon. They discuss the uncanny impact of free chicken giveaways triggered by missed free throws and how players have embraced (or even played into) the promo. Thanasis shares hilarious behind-the-scenes anecdotes about Giannis’ love for chicken and reveals his philanthropic contributions. This fascinating blend of sports and humor keeps listeners hooked!
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Origin Story From Wizards Executive
- Lou Stredler, a Wizards exec, created the promo to drive Chick-fil-A traffic and avoid booing home players.
- Marcin Gortat embraced the giveaway so enthusiastically the franchisee threw him a catered party.
Leaguewide Spread Through Teambo
- Team Business Operations (Teambo) spreads successful promotions league-wide, causing rapid adoption across arenas.
- Nearly half the NBA now runs missed-free-throw chicken giveaways after Washington's success.
Players Own Up Publicly
- Spencer Dinwiddie admitted on Twitter he missed a second free throw 'on purpose' to feed fans the next day.
- Broadcasters and fans likewise joked that some players intentionally miss to trigger giveaways.