Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, football stars kilian mbappe Joke recently decided to take his shot by putting himself up for an NBA contract. It started with a locker room moment going viral on X (formerly Twitter). Once Mbappe suggested a career pivot from playing to playing, the NBA’s official X account didn’t hold back.
Soccer player Kylian Mbappe advocates for NBA contract
Following France’s 3-1 win over Colombia at the Northwest Stadium on March 29, Kylian Mbappe sent fans into a frenzy as he stepped towards the basketball. In a viral X video he was captured dribbling a soccer ball like a basketball before throwing it into the trash can across the room. As soon as the ball fell into the dustbin, he started celebrating and running across the room wearing his shoes.
The video caught the attention of both football and basketball fans, sparking discussion about Mbappé’s skill and confidence. Officer x The NBA account also reposted the video, writing, “Okay, @KMbappe!” A few minutes later, the 27-year-old express reaction“10-DAY CONTRACT???…@NBA,” reposting the same video from the NBA. a few hours later, nba replied As for Mbappé’s pitch writing, “Kylian Mbappé knows his form is perfect!”
For those who don’t know, professional basketball leagues use the 10-day contract as a tool to cover injury-related roster gaps or evaluate fringe talent during the demands of the regular season. While it’s entirely possible, the likelihood of Mbappe wearing a basketball jersey seems unlikely.
Although the French footballer’s basketball-style shot was impressive, it does not guarantee a roster spot on an NBA team. That said, given how absurd things can get in the world of sports, this possibility can’t be completely ruled out. Still, Mbappe is unlikely to miss this NBA season as it is already in full swing. As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, its chances are becoming even less likely.
Originally reported by Ankita Shaw Mandatory.