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The NBA introduced innovative artificial intelligence (AI) technology during the recent weekend that allows fans to experience basketball games with a visual style reminiscent of the Spider-Verse franchise from comic books. Known as NB-AI, this cutting-edge technology enables basketball enthusiasts to activate “movie mode” using their voice, transforming a live NBA game into the likeness of their favorite film. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver unveiled NB-AI alongside Victor Wembanyama, the impressive rookie player for the San Antonio Spurs, at the NBA’s annual Tech Summit in Indianapolis. The introduction of this technology has sparked curiosity about how AI will continue to shape our lives.
Despite the NBA’s attempt to impress with the new technology, it faced criticism from Chris Miller, the director and producer of the Spider-Verse films. Miller, an avid NBA fan himself, expressed disappointment in the NBA’s AI, stating that it fell short of capturing the hand-crafted and innovative artistry seen in the Spider-Verse films. He took to Twitter to share his thoughts, mentioning that the NBA did not reach out to them regarding the replication of their film’s distinctive style. Miller’s frustration is understandable, especially considering the groundbreaking impact of the 2018 film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse on the world of animated filmmaking. The NBA’s attempt to recreate this trademark style using soulless AI highlights the inherent issues with AI-generated “art.”
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, the sequel to the acclaimed film, was released in theaters last year and has received a nomination for Best Animated Feature Film at this year’s Academy Awards. Its predecessor, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, won the same award in 2018. For those interested, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is now available for streaming on Netflix. You can catch a sneak peek of the film’s first 10 minutes below.
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