THE BOYZ members Jacob and Ju Young impress as NBA playoff special guests with insightful commentary, showcasing their passion for basketball.
May/7/2024 21:00
THE BOYZ's Jacob and Ju Young appeared as special guests in the NBA playoffs and received favorable reviews for their insightful commentary as "passionate basketball fans." They sat in the broadcast booth as special guests for the NBA playoffs second round matchup held on the 6th, having been invited in February as NBA fashion ambassadors to watch the Los Angeles Lakers' home game and the All-Star game, showcasing their passion for the NBA. Despite it being their first time doing commentary, they not only demonstrated their basketball expertise but also captured the hearts of NBA fans with witty commentary typical of passionate fans. They summarized the thoughts of basketball fans in their commentary, highlighted points to enhance the enjoyment of the game, and increased immersion. After finishing their NBA playoffs commentary to great acclaim, they expressed their heartfelt gratitude, saying it was an honor to share the broadcast with fans and a meaningful time. They thanked those who kindly watched over them and expressed their hope for continued interest in the NBA. THE BOYZ recently released their 2nd full album "PHANTASY" Pt.3 "Love Letter," which ranked highly and achieved success in their comeback activities. Additionally, each member has been active in various fields such as musicals and variety shows, showing remarkable growth. They are scheduled to hold "THE BOYZ WORLD TOUR: ZENERATION II" in July to meet fans from around the world.
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