David Beckham and Ronaldo lead star-studded list of celebrities at NBA Paris as the Man United legend is spotted embracing a former Finals MVP… while Kylian Mbappe and his PSG team-mates sit courtside

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  • The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Brooklyn Nets in a huge showdown in Paris
  • Man United legend David Beckham and Ronaldo were among the star names

Kylian Mbappe, David Beckham and Brazilian legend Ronaldo led the star-studded celebrities at the NBA game in Paris. 

This year’s showcase game at the Accor Arena sees the Brooklyn Nets and Cleveland Cavaliers lock horns in the French capital.

Roughly 15,000 fans packed into the stands to catch a glimpse of some of the best basketball players in the world.

And supporters were also treated to appearances from some high-profile football stars too. Among the crowd was Man United legend and former England captain David Beckham.

The Inter Miami owner posed for a picture with former NBA Finals MVP Tony Parker, of the San Antonio Spurs.

David Beckham and Brazil legend Ronaldo were among the star names at the NBA game in Paris

David Beckham and Brazil legend Ronaldo were among the star names at the NBA game in Paris

PSG forward Kylian Mbappe, 25, was also spotted courtside at the NBA game in France

PSG forward Kylian Mbappe, 25, was also spotted courtside at the NBA game in France

Mbappe and Ronaldo were later seeing having a conversation on the court at half time

Mbappe and Ronaldo were later seeing having a conversation on the court at half time

PSG goalkeeper and Italian international Gianluigi Donnarumma was also in attendance

PSG goalkeeper and Italian international Gianluigi Donnarumma was also in attendance 

Having played for the LA Galaxy, Beckham is a massive fan of basketball after watching the LA Lakers.

The former Real Madrid, PSG and AC Milan star was also seen sat next to legendary former Brazil forward Ronaldo. 

Also in attendance was PSG star Kylian Mbappe, who sat courtside alongside his brother Ethan before being pictured chatting to Ronaldo.

The 25-year-old forward was also joined by his fellow PSG team-mates – including Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.

Beckham was also seen embracing was former NBA Finals MVP Troy Parker before the game

Beckham was also seen embracing was former NBA Finals MVP Troy Parker before the game

Beckham and Co watched the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Nets in a 111-102 victory

Beckham and Co watched the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Nets in a 111-102 victory

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The game saw the Cavaliers beat the Nets 111-102, thanks to a superb performance from Donavan Mitchell. 

Mitchell registered a season-high of 45 points – his 16th 40-point game in two seasons while playing for Cleveland. 

Mitchell said he would ‘love’ to return to Paris and play for the US men’s basketball team when the 2024 Olympics begin in the French capital this summer.  



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