As part of narutopreviously teased collaboration with Jordan Brand and NBA player Zion Williamson, manga creator Masashi Kishimoto drew at least one new original illustration. Williamson posted a photo of himself holding Kishimoto’s illustration in his likeness on Tuesday.
Honored to share a one of a kind drawing of Masashi Kishimoto, the creator of Naruto. My interest in anime started at a young age and still inspires me today. Naruto’s motto was to always believe in yourself and you will be fine. #Believe it pic.twitter.com/TLzyMDmwjS
— Zion Williamson (@Zionwilliamson) April 26, 2022
The New Orleans Pelicans forward commented, “Honored to share a one of a kind design by Masashi Kishimotothe creator of naruto. My interest in anime started at a young age and still inspires me today. Naruto’s motto was to always believe in yourself and you will be fine. #Believe it”
Sportswear brand Jordan Brand has announced its collaboration with naruto last Friday with a photo of naruto performing a slam dunk with his rasengan.
The Shinobi Way.
Stay tuned. 👀@Naruto_Anime_FR @Zionwilliamson pic.twitter.com/gDOqE4EHTw
— Jordan (@Jumpman23) April 22, 2022
Further details on the collaboration will be revealed at a later date.