Rui Hachimura, the forward for the Los Angeles Lakers, will reportedly make a guest appearance in the popular anime series “Crayon Shin-chan.” He will portray himself in promotional graphics created in the classic anime style. The episode, titled “The Adventures of Buri Buri Zaemon: Space Dunk Edition,” is scheduled to premiere on November 4, and Hachimura will have a role in it.

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In this special episode, Hachimura’s character will attempt to use his biggest slam dunk ever to divert a meteorite heading towards Earth. It’s a remarkable opportunity for Hachimura to star in the anime series, especially considering his significant contributions to the Lakers since joining the team last season.

During the 2022-23 season, Hachimura played in 33 games for the Lakers, starting in nine of them. He ponderously 11.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 0.9 assists per game while shooting 48.6% from the field and 31.96% from three-point range.

The Lakers value Hachimura’s performance and potential, signing him to a three-year, $51 million contract during the offseason. His scoring ability off the bench proved instrumental during the team’s postseason run.With his success on the court, Hachimura’s popularity continues to grow, opening up opportunities beyond basketball. Voicing a character in an anime series is just one example.

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Fans of both the Lakers and the anime series may find a way to enjoy both Hachimura’s cameo in “Crayon Shin-chan” and the Lakers’ game against the Orlando Magic, both taking place on November 4.