The NBA looks at soccer, particularly in Europe, very closely. The way clubs there have in-season tournaments was part of what convinced NBA Commissioner Adam Silver that such an event would work in his league. The tournament, now called the NBA Cup, has been a smash success in its first two seasons.

PARIS, FRANCE – JANUARY 23: (L-R) Rodri of Manchester City and Former Spanish basketball player Pau Gasol pose during the game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Indiana Pacers at the Accor Arena on January 23, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

From left, PSG soccer players Gonçalo Ramos, Achraf Hakimi, Ousmane Dembélé and Presnel Kimpembe watch an NBA game between the Indiana Pacers and the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday in

Wembanyama – like so many others in the NBA – is obsessed with soccer. He was one of the star attractions at a Champions League match between Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City earlier this week.

“He could come and play with us,” PSG star Achraf Hakimi said. Wembanyama left the stadium with a jersey that night, smiling like someone would be if they left an NBA arena with one of his jersey

“He could come and play with us,” PSG star Achraf Hakimi said. Wembanyama left the stadium with a jersey that night, smiling like someone would be if they left an NBA arena with one of his jersey

A partnership between basketball and soccer continues to grow as past and present star NBA players express their love for the sport.

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