“Bro looks like stranger things character” – Lakers superstar Anthony Davis’ new look catches fans off-guard

Anthony Davis is a known global cultural icon for his unique style and fashion sense.

“Bro looks like stranger things character” – Lakers superstar Anthony Davis’ new look catches fans off-guard

Los Angeles Lakers’ Anthony Davis and Stranger Things’ Dustin Henderson (via Open Source/X)

Basketball’s impact extends far beyond the court, ingrained deeply in culture. Undoubtedly, you have your own perspective on this phenomenon. Transitioning from the court to everyday life, the sport’s influence on fashion is undeniable. Mesh jerseys are now considered closet essentials, court-inspired sneakers have become a staple in streetwear, and athletic footwear has even found its way into boardroom attire, replacing traditional dress shoes.

Beyond the basketball court, the game’s influence on style continues to expand. Transitioning seamlessly into unexpected realms, its impact is felt across various sporting arenas. Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis epitomized this mindset when he was spotted donning attire reminiscent of a character from the popular Netflix series, Stranger Things.

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Anthony Davis fully embraced the character of Dustin Henderson, portrayed by Gaten Matarazzo, the main character in the American science fiction horror drama television series, Stranger Things. Set in the fictional small town of Hawkins, Indiana, the series follows residents grappling with the invasion of a hostile alternate dimension known as the Upside Down, triggered by a nearby human experimentation facility. Davis donned the same iconic hat worn by Dustin in the show and even sported a wig resembling his trademark curly hair.

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Anthony Davis, already a cultural icon, has amassed a massive following among fans worldwide. The nine-time NBA All-Star, famous for his distinctive unibrow, continues to captivate fans both on and off the basketball court with his remarkable performances and style.

Fans react to Anthony Davis’ surprising new look

Los Angeles Lakers star power forward Anthony Davis sparked a frenzy on the popular social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) with a look reminiscent of one of the main characters from the Netflix hit series, Stranger Things. Excited fans flooded the platform to discuss the latest style statement from the basketball cultural icon.

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Anthony Davis (via Open Source/X)

One user, @BadBizzTheFurry tweeted:

bro looks like that one stranger things character idk who

Let’s take a look at a couple of other fans’ Twitter reactions who had other ideas about his look.

https://twitter.com/mindyabiztbh/status/1754752569451413838?s=46&t=oXcnYCbQ–fsNAj1cv1cOA

With fans on social media divided about who he was trying to resemble, it’s good to see the impact he has on the cultural space. Last night against the Charlotte Hornets, AD helped the Lakers to a win with a triple-double of 26 points, 11 assists, and 15 rebounds.

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