Anna Faris Revealed as Candy Crush Mascot at L.A. Clippers NBA Sport

Anna Faris gave NBA followers one thing to chew on throughout Tuesday’s residence sport for the Los Angeles Clippers.

The Scary Movie star went undercover as Candy Crush character Bubblegum Troll amid the cellular sport’s arena-wide activation on the Intuit Dome because the Clippers misplaced to the Portland Trailblazers, 114-104. The evening included an array of visuals, rewards and interactive alternatives, because of the Candy Crush takeover.

During the fourth quarter, Bubblegum Troll took to the court docket, the place the mascot’s masks was eliminated. Faris was revealed beneath the costume of the character from the King-released cellular sport.

“I’ve played a lot of roles, but stepping into the world of Candy Crush like this was something completely new,” the Toy Story 5 voice actress stated in a press release. “I’ve always loved how the game is all about fun, joy and a little bit of absurdity, so getting to bring that energy to life in an L.A. Clippers game like this made it an even more unique experience.”

The star quipped, “I’m hoping for an awards push for this role.”

This occasion was a part of Candy Crush’s multi-year partnership with Intuit Dome. Said Candy Crush vp of selling Luken Aragon, “Our partnership with Intuit Dome brought Candy Crush to life beyond the screen, turning mobile gameplay into a high-energy, live fan experience. From start to finish, fans didn’t just see Candy Crush — they stepped inside it and experienced it in an entirely new way.”

Added L.A. Clippers and Intuit Dome chief industrial officer Scott Sonnenberg, “Intuit Dome was designed to push the boundaries of the live sports experience. Our partnership with Candy Crush brings that vision to life — infusing game night with playful moments and interactive ways for fans to connect through the energy of basketball.”