After 5?7 Yuki Kawamura?s Heroics at FIBA World Cup, 2 Inches Taller NBA All-Star Shares 3-Worded Message for the Japanese Hero

Yuki Kawamura has stolen the show with his brilliant performance at the 2023 FIBA World Cup. With a relatively smaller frame, he demonstrated skills that override physical barriers. Japan?s basketball sensation is making headlines with his shooting abilities and strategic play.

He was one of the five players to be named Rookie of the Year and was also declared MVP of the B-League last season. His achievements with a 5?7 frame in basketball showcase his determination and perseverance. Familiar with the struggles of having a small frame, the NBA All-Star acknowledged Yuki?s heroic antics and shared a short message.

Yuki Kawamura makes a brilliant shot

Kawamura?s command over the ball and his athletic prowess were on full display as Japan won against Finland to face Australia. Yuki played a crucial part in Japan’s 98-88 victory, scoring 25 points and 9 assists. Many believed that Kawamura?s performance was perhaps a stroke of luck. However, the 22-year-old proved the critics wrong by delivering another brilliant performance, beating Cape Verde to seal the Paris 2024 quota.?

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The FIBA Twitter account shared a video of Yuki Kawmura finessing against the 6-foot Cape Verde guard. In the video, we get to witness Kawamura?s offensive magnificence as he dribbles the ball across the court and past Shane Da Rosa. Yuki, with all his energy, jumped a few inches above the ground and scored a basket. While making this excellent shot, Yuki landed face down outside the court, which only goes to show his determination.?

While this viral moment garnered lots of praise, among the cheerers was NBA All-Star Isaiah Thomas. The 5ft 9 point guard quoted the video, saying, ?That looks familiar?. His reply to the tweet made fans reminisce about his majestic shots back in the day.

Isaiah Thomas?s early days

The Sacramento Kings drafted Isaiah Thomas as the 60th overall pick in 2011. Despite that, Isaiah Thomas soon etched his name in NBA history with his dazzling performance. The two-time All-Star averaged 28.9 points in the 2016-17 season and delivered some of the best shots of his career. In the year 2016, at the Boston Celtics vs. Miami Heat showdown, Thomas went berserk and dropped 52 points. Despite such a legendary performance, the Celtics traded him to the Cleveland Cavaliers.?

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With giant players looming over, it might be intimidating for small players like Yuki Kawmura and Isaiah Thomas. However, they have also shown that, with perseverance, one can achieve unprecedented levels of success.?