Natalia Bryant, the oldest daughter of the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant, is flashing some serious star power in her new role. She’s served as creative director for the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason hype video. Titled “Forever Iconic: Purple and Gold Always,” the video showcases the team’s rich history and features a star-studded cast, including iconic figures from both sports and entertainment.
As a small “thank you” for all of that support and love, Natalia wrote this emotional post on Instagram. She called it “such an honor” to participate in such an important project. The video not only pays tribute to the Lakers’ legacy but serves as a celebration of her father’s achievements. The new video includes a powerful retrospective on one of Kobe Bryant’s iconic game-winning shots against the Phoenix Suns during the 2006 NBA playoffs. This memorable clip serves to powerfully remind fans of his lasting impact and legacy on the franchise.
The production’s bevy of big name personalities is equally impressive. Basketball legend Magic Johnson makes a notable appearance near the video’s conclusion, holding the coveted Larry O’Brien Trophy and exclaiming, “It’s Showtime, baby,” encapsulating the excitement surrounding Lakers basketball.
Brenda Song, widely known for her work in The Suite Life of Zack and Cody, infuses palpable excitement into the video. Playfully, she remakes a viral meme of LeBron James yelling, “It’s our ball, ain’t it?” While a seemingly light-hearted and silly moment, it adds to the overall fun and exuberance of the hype video.
Shohei Ohtani, of the Los Angeles Dodgers, is getting in on the fun. His involvement reflects a team-up mentality that goes beyond the borders of athletics. The addition of these prominent athletes highlights the Lakers’ impact beyond the game of basketball and into the larger sports world.
The video features exciting highlight footage of the Phoenix Suns. They play the Lakers on opening night, October 21, so they’re going to have to bring their best right from the start! This matchup will be an electrifying first game to the Lakers’ season and only adds to the excitement for fans even more.
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