“Going to Be a Beast Next Season”: Rockets’ 6’11 Star’s Viral Yoga Video Stuns Fans
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The Houston Rockets had high expectations for improvement this season after posting a poor 20–62 record the season prior. The Rockets, however, encountered various obstacles as the season went on and found it challenging to achieve consistent success. Despite the team’s young roster’s best efforts, they were unable to maintain a winning momentum. The Rockets suffered a 96-118 loss to the Brooklyn Nets on March 7, 2023. This marked the end of their playoff hopes.
Meanwhile, a 6’11” Rockets icon doing yoga has left fans stunned.
A 6’11” Rockets icon tones his body with yoga
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The Rockets selected Jabari Smith Jr. as the third overall choice in the NBA Draft. Smith Jr. is a key addition to the team and a player with a lot of promise. In order to improve their on-court performance, the Rockets were keen to add his talents to their squad. However, despite his best efforts, his team lost to the Nets.
In the meantime, the 6’11” player is preparing for his upcoming season. However, it took many by surprise as he was recently spotted doing yoga.
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What it looks like when a 6’11” NBA player does yoga next to normal-sized people 😂 @jabarismithjr pic.twitter.com/ciWBmQ4PYm
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) May 27, 2023
Jabari Smith Jr., a basketball player renowned for his tremendous height and presence on the court, took part in a public yoga practice in the offseason. The sight of a tall NBA player next to others, created a funny image that got the attention of fans. The clip of him performing yoga was posted by him on his Instagram story. The Twitter account of Bleacher’s Report posted the clip on Twitter, prompting a response from fans.
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In recent years, athletes have become more and more accustomed to yoga, which places a strong emphasis on flexibility, balance, and mental concentration. The inclusion of yoga in his training routine is likely to help Smith enhance his on-court play and secure a lengthy and prosperous career. Jabari Smith Jr’s yoga video gained traction, particularly on Twitter.
The NBA World reacts to Jabari Smith Jr.
As the video of the NBA player doing yoga went viral, many fans shared their opinion on it on Twitter. A fan commented, “Bro going to be a beast next season. Kareem used this method,” pointing out how the NBA legend Kareem Abdul Jaffar also used yoga to strengthen his body.
Bro going to be a beast next season. Kareem used this method
— Keyser Soze (@KoloredBoi) May 27, 2023
Others followed suit with many comparing the player’s body to others doing yoga.
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— Slacker Network : Mau: The Memecoin Killer ™️ (@Slacker_Network) May 27, 2023
That’s insane 😂
— keeneye777 (@realgoattalk1) May 28, 2023
— Vicky Brothers (@VickyBrothers77) May 27, 2023
😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 https://t.co/Lo7955EfdW
— ⁴ (@DBJavinAdderley) May 27, 2023
A fan added he was able to accomplish an impressive feat in yoga.
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The fact that he can do a full bridge is very impressive. That’s not something you stumble into https://t.co/r8DVYgOFP4
— Mette L. Robertson (@M_Robertson100) May 27, 2023
Despite his unconventional ways, Smith appears to be preparing well for the upcoming season.
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