Rui Hachimura, forward for the Los Angeles Lakers, will reportedly appear in a new episode of the popular anime series “Crayon Shin-chan” the following month.

Hachimura will appear in a series of promotional images depicting the Lakers forward in the anime’s signature style as he has a cameo. The November 4 premiere of “The Adventures of Buri Buri Zaemon: Space Dunk Edition” will feature Hachimura.

Hachimura will reportedly attempt to deflect an enormous meteorite heading toward Earth with the largest slam dunk of his career in this episode.It is commendable that the Lakers forward is receiving recognition and the opportunity to appear in the anime series, as he has been a vital member of the team’s success since joining prior to last season’s trade deadline. Reportedly, Hachimura and his family are diehard followers of the program, and their cameo is a “dream come true.”The former ninth overall pick appeared in 33 games and made nine starts for the Lakers during the regular season of 2022-23.Hachimura averaged 11.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 0.9 assists per game over the course of the 2022-23 season, on-target percentages of 48.6% and 31.9 percent from beyond the arc.Hachimura was a restricted free agent during the previous offseason; however, the Lakers took measures to retain him for the foreseeable future. The Lakers ultimately signed him to a three-year, $51 million contract.Hachimura demonstrated during Los Angeles’s postseason run last year that he can provide a tremendous offensive boost off the bench.The product of Gonzaga University scored at least 20 points in four contests for the Lakers. His most impressive performance came against the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 1 of the first round.Hachimura lit it up from beyond the arc in that contest, connecting on 5-of-6 attempts from 3 en route to a 29-point performance.Hachimura has recorded an average of 6.5 points and 1.5 rebounds in two contests this season. The Lakers have utilized him for less than twenty minutes in each of their first-round contests this season.More opportunities may present themselves off the court for Hachimura, such as a role in this anime series, if he maintains his success in Los Angeles.The episode featuring Hachimura airs on November 4, the same day the Lakers face the Orlando Magic. However, Lakers supporters may be able to view both games in order to show their support for Hachimura.