The NBA made headlines as Toronto’s Rajakovic was fined $25,000 for criticizing the officiating following the team’s loss to the Lakers. In another NBA-related news, a former player sparked a debate surrounding Pat Riley and Erik Spoelstra after signing a lucrative $120 million deal with the Miami Heat.

The NBA expanded its reach by organizing a game between the Brooklyn Nets and the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Accor Arena in Paris, France. The highly anticipated match drew a crowd of approximately 15,000 fans, including notable celebrities from the world of sports. Legendary soccer players Ronaldo Nazario, David Beckham, and French footballer Kylian Mbappé were among the attendees.

Former San Antonio Spurs player Tony Parker also took part in the NBA event in Paris, sharing memorable moments with Beckham.

In an intense showdown, the Cavaliers emerged victorious with a 111-102 overtime win against the Nets. Donovan Mitchell was the standout player of the game, contributing an impressive 45 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals for Cleveland.