 Since its release , " Fighter " has been recognized as one of Aguilera 's most empowering songs for women due to its lyrics . It was also featured on several shows . On April 6 , 2003 , a 90 @-@ second music video featuring Aguilera preparing for a center court performance at the Staples Center in Los Angeles was premiered for National Basketball Association ( NBA ) ' s " Love It Live " promotional section . The clip also featured several NBA famous acts , including Michael Jordan , Kobe Bryant , Shaquille O 'Neal , and Yao Ming . " Fighter " was also included in the American reality show , The Biggest Loser , which aired by NBC . 
