A viral social media post claiming NBA star Anthony Edwards donated his game check to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is completely fabricated.
The post emerged on X (formerly Twitter) from an account known for sharing satirical and provocative content.
It alleged that the Minnesota Timberwolves guard donated $514,000 to “keep America safe.”
The post also attributed a political quote to Edwards regarding border policy and the Biden administration.
However, there is no record of Edwards ever making this donation or issuing such a statement.
Professional athletes rarely donate directly to federal law enforcement agencies, as these are government-funded entities.
Mainstream sports outlets and official Timberwolves communications have not reported any such transaction.
The account behind the post, “Gene Parmesan,” frequently shares unsourced and sensationalized claims.
Despite the lack of evidence, the post garnered over one million views, sparking intense debate in the comments.
Fans are encouraged to verify “breaking news” through official team channels or reputable sports journalists before sharing.
Anthony Edwards remains focused on the NBA season, and his representatives have not acknowledged the viral hoax.
