Grammy-nominated singer Amerie celebrated her birthday Monday night by trading the stage for the hardwood, drawing social media attention for her shooting form during the Los Angeles Clippers’ pregame warmups.

The "1 Thing" artist appeared at Crypto.com Arena as part of the league’s "NBA Celeb Row" program during the Clippers’ 117-109 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. Clad in a checkered ensemble and high-heeled boots, Amerie participated in pregame drills, sinking a series of jump shots and layups.

The NBA’s official social media accounts shared footage of the performance with the caption, "Birthday Buckets for @Amerie… in heels! #NBACelebRow."

The footage quickly gained traction on X (formerly Twitter) as fans and sports commentators noted the difficulty of maintaining shooting mechanics in footwear not designed for athletics. The viral response included calls for the singer to be added to the roster for the 2026 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.

While the singer is currently trending for her basketball skills, her primary focus remains on the music industry. She is currently preparing for the "Boys 4 Life Tour," where she is scheduled to perform alongside B2K and Bow Wow.

The singer's appearance follows a long-standing NBA tradition of integrating entertainment figures into the game-night experience, though few participants opt to shoot in formal footwear.