ERROR's 193 Cuts Card Spending, Set to Meet NBA Idol Kawhi Leonard
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Summary
ERROR member Kwok Ka-chun (193) appeared at a trading card event on July 7, where he discussed cutting back on his collecting hobby due to economic pressures. He also revealed excitement about an upcoming basketball event where he will share the court with his NBA idol Kawhi Leonard.
Key Points
- 193 appeared at Chung Pui-san's card event on July 7 with James Ng, Taiwanese esports personality Godtone (Chang Chia-hang), and streamer Laizi
- He admitted to frequently "bursting cards" (opening packs) but now exercises caution, comparing it to stock trading where inexperience leads to losses
- His favorite Pikachu cards cost several thousand dollars at most, displayed at home rather than resold; he also collects spinning tops costing $5,000-6,000
- Economic hardship has hit his income for several months, forcing him to spend carefully: "The economy is bad, I haven't seen some income for a few months, need to save"
- He will compete in a basketball event next week with teammates Fatboy, Phoebus Ng, and George Au, facing NBA star Kawhi Leonard, whom he calls his idol
- 193 jokingly calls himself a "professional basketball player" who will "retire on the spot" after playing, noting he hasn't played for about a year and must train for the 40-minute match
- He purchased Leonard's jersey for signing and framing, remarking "Haven't seen someone taller than me in a long time" about the 6'7" star known for rarely smiling
- He recently filmed a variety show with Ng Siu-hin, COLLAR's Ivy So and Gao, MIRROR's Jeremy Lee and Stanley Yau, and ROVER's Lei Ho-kuen, describing it as an easier "Dice World 2.0"
Why It Matters
The story highlights how Hong Kong entertainers are publicly adjusting their spending habits amid economic uncertainty, while also demonstrating the growing crossover between local celebrities and international sports marketing events.
The story highlights how Hong Kong entertainers are publicly adjusting their spending habits amid economic uncertainty, while also demonstrating the growing crossover between local celebrities and international sports marketing events.