NBA Stars Devin Booker & D'Angelo Russell Compete in Backyard Cup Golf

The Second Annual Backyard Cup

• 🏆 The video documents the second annual Backyard Cup, a golf tournament featuring a "Pros vs. Joes" format.
• ⛳ Hosted at the Sunriver Resort's Meadows course, the event brought together NBA stars and competitive amateur golfers.

NBA Stars on the Green

• 🏀 The "Pros" team included Devin Booker, D'Angelo Russell, Max Christie, and Isaiah Joe, all NBA players.
• 🤝 The event highlighted the camaraderie and competitive spirit of the NBA players, who are usually rivals but teamed up for golf.
• 🧠 Players discussed the mental pressure of golf compared to high-stakes NBA moments like free throws, noting golf's unique challenges.

Competitive Golf Action

• 🏌️‍♂️ The tournament featured Ryder Cup-style play, with various matches including 4v4, 3v3, and 1v1 formats.
• ⚡ Participants experienced a rollercoaster of emotions, from missed shots and lost equipment to clutch putts and intense banter.
• ✅ Despite the competition, the overarching theme was having a blast and enjoying the game of golf together.

Key Moments & Outcomes

• ⚠️ Early challenges included a missed flight by Max Christie and a search for lost GoPros and golf carts.
• 📈 The "Pros" initially dominated, but the "Joes" fought back, leading to close matches and playoff holes.
• 🍾 The event concluded with an unbelievable playoff hole and a celebration of the competitive spirit and friendships formed.