Turn a Viral NBA Moment into Your Game-Day Uniform: Control Your Dad Shirt – Capture the Chaos and Comedy of the Haliburton-Giannis Incident. Some playoff moments are unforgettable because of buzzer-beaters and championship dreams. Others stick with us because of towel-waving, court-storming dads who leave the entire NBA world speechless. The Control Your Dad Shirt taps directly into one of the wildest and most talked-about moments from the 2025 NBA Playoffs—a moment that launched memes, debates, and now, a rallying cry for Cleveland Cavaliers fans.
Control Your Dad Shirt – When Fandom Crosses the Line, This Shirt Keeps It Cool
This bold shirt features the phrase “Control Your Dad” paired with the Cleveland Cavaliers logo, blending NBA drama with the kind of humor only true fans can appreciate. It references the viral confrontation that occurred just seconds after Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton nailed a game-winning layup to eliminate the Milwaukee Bucks. As fans cheered, Haliburton’s father, John Haliburton, stormed the court, waved a towel bearing his son’s face, and aggressively confronted none other than Giannis Antetokounmpo. Giannis—caught off guard and visibly stunned—later called the behavior “very, very disrespectful,” and John was subsequently banned from attending future Pacers playoff games.

Cue the internet. Within hours, the phrase “Control Your Dad” began trending as fans across the NBA mocked the absurdity of the moment. For Cavaliers supporters, gearing up to face the Pacers in the next round, the phrase quickly transformed into something more—a cheeky way to troll the opposition and align with sportsmanship over antics.
This shirt is more than just a joke. It’s a statement. Whether you’re courtside, at a watch party, or trash-talking on Twitter, the Control Your Dad Shirt is the perfect way to express where you stand in the ongoing saga of passionate fandom. It’s also a great icebreaker, and any NBA follower will know exactly what it means.
So go ahead—relive the chaos, support the Cavs, and join the growing chorus of fans reminding the NBA world that sometimes the most iconic moments don’t come from players, but from parents who take it just a little too far.
Control Your Dad Shirt Details:
- Unisex T-Shirt: 5.3-ounce, 100% cotton; 99/1 cotton/poly (Ash); 90/10 cotton/poly (Sport Grey); 50/50 cotton/poly (Dark Heather).
- Ladies T-Shirt: 5.3oz, 100% preshrunk cotton; 99/1 cotton/poly (Ash); 90/10 cotton/poly (Sport Grey); 50/50 cotton/poly (Dark Heather).
- Ladies Ideal Racerback Tank: 4 oz, 60% combed ring-spun cotton/40% polyester jersey; Fitted Style; We suggest sizing up.
- Men Tank Top: 5.3 oz., 100% USA cotton; Made with sustainably & fairly grown USA cotton;
- Pullover Hoodie: 8 oz, 50/50 cotton/poly (Fabric composition may vary by color); Two-ply hood with grommets, dyed-to-match drawcord & low-pill fleece;
- Crewneck Pullover Sweatshirt: 8 oz, 50/50 cotton/poly; Air jet yarn for a softer feel and no pilling.
- Long Sleeve Ultra Cotton T-Shirt: 5.3 oz., 100% USA cotton; 99/1 cotton/poly (Ash); 90/10 cotton/poly (Sport Grey); Seamless rib at neck; Taped shoulder-to-shoulder, Ribbed cuffs.
- Brand: Allbluetees