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Upon stepping onto the full-length basketball court at Bird’s home—specifically built for his mother—it became apparent that they were not merely co-stars but also unique individuals facing the challenge of collaboration. As they began to prepare for the one-on-one, both stars felt a mix of skepticism and curiosity. They looked at each other, playful banter framing their initial interactions. Would they really be playing, or would the competitive edge surface?
The relief washed over both of them when the director clarified that it was intended to be a friendly game, not a competitive one. With this understanding, they embraced the lighter side of the day and soon moved on to casual dialogue, finally putting aside their competitive facades.