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# Satirical Athlete Illustrations
This Artist Illustrated NBA Stars and Their Off-Court Antics

By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-11-02 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satirical-athlete
References: [gq](http://www.gq.com/story/nba-2015-16-season-players) & [suttonimpactstudio](http://www.suttonimpactstudio.com/)

These satirical athlete illustrations preview the new [NBA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gold-collection) season with a focus on player's off-court antics rather than their actual performance. Taking a look at the NBA season from this pop culture perspective reveals some interesting facts about these athletes, including their musical preferences, dating lives and [outrageous outfits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/let-them-talk).

JR Smith is one of the first players in the NBA to bring the Hoverboard to a locker room, now making him synonymous with the transportation device. Robin Lopez has been known to have a strong dislike for plushy mascots, and Ward Sutton's illustration makes that clear. Jimmy Butler was once asked how he prepared for games and his strong interest in country music made him the butt of jokes amongst teammates and fans. And lastly, James Harden has been seen with Khole Kardashian, making him the subject of many tabloid headlines.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.9/10
- Popularity: 17% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebs)

## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Satirical Athlete Illustrations:** Creating satirical illustrations of athletes provides a unique and entertaining way to engage with sports fans.
- **Player Off-court Antics:** Shifting focus to NBA players' off-court antics offers opportunities to explore their personal lives and interests, potentially creating new marketing avenues.
- **Pop Culture Perspective:** Looking at the NBA season through a pop culture lens opens up possibilities for creative collaborations and partnerships.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Sports Entertainment:** Incorporating satirical athlete illustrations into sports entertainment platforms can attract and engage a wider audience.
- **Art and Design:** The creation and sale of satirical athlete illustrations can serve as a lucrative market for artists and designers.
- **Marketing and Advertising:** Leveraging player off-court antics in marketing campaigns can create compelling narratives and boost brand visibility.

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