Dear basketball premiered at Tribeca Film Festival as early as April 20 17. This film, adapted from a long poem, tells the story of Kobe Bryant's career for more than 30 years. In the form of animation, it reviews how he changed from a boy who loves basketball to a league superstar, and gradually aged after killing in all directions until he retired. After watching the animated short film Dear Basketball for the first time, Kobe couldn't calm down for a long time because he got a completely different feeling from that on the court.
Dear basketball, from the beginning, I wore my dad's straight socks and imagined myself scoring the winning goal in the Great Western Basketball Hall. I know I know one thing, I'm in love with you. According to reports, this long poem "Dear Basketball", which touched countless fans, was published as Kobe Bryant's retirement declaration two years ago and was regarded as an ode to his 20-year achievements. Kobe recited this song in the film, expressing his love and reluctance for basketball.
At the retirement ceremony of Kobe's jersey, the cartoon "Dear Basketball" was played, which touched countless fans at the scene. At the same time, Kobe's eyes were moist, because Kobe led a youthful memory, and his glory continued.