Luffy Joins LA Lakers for 1 Night
In a surprising turn of events, the Los Angeles Lakers have announced that they will be hosting none other than Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates from the beloved anime and manga series One Piece on February 28. The team stated, “Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates are joining the Lakers for One Piece Night on Feb. 28!” Fans of both basketball and One Piece are eagerly anticipating this unique crossover event.
The Rise of One Piece in American Sports
This isn’t the first time that the iconic characters from One Piece have made appearances at U.S. sporting events. In December 2023, the Los Angeles Rams welcomed Luffy and his crew for the “Los Angeles Rams and One Piece Game Collaboration Day” at SoFi Stadium. Following this successful collaboration, the Boston Red Sox also hosted “One Piece Night” at Fenway Park in August, adding to the growing trend of anime crossovers in American sports culture.
One Piece Night at the Staples Center
On One Piece Night, the Lakers will be facing off against their crosstown rivals, the Los Angeles Clippers, in what promises to be an exciting game for both basketball enthusiasts and anime fans alike. Tickets for this special event are already available through Ticketmaster starting at US$153, ensuring that fans have the opportunity to witness this once-in-a-lifetime crossover firsthand.
As the worlds of sports and anime continue to collide, the LA Lakers’ decision to bring Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates onto the court serves as a testament to the enduring popularity and influence of One Piece in mainstream culture. Stay tuned for more updates on this unprecedented collaboration between basketball and anime!
