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The NBA’s Paris Games 2025 promises to be an exciting and historic event, especially with Victor Wembanyama returning to his homeland. Wemby is already one of the league’s most captivating stars and playing in Paris only adds to the buzz around him. It’s also a huge moment for the city, as France remains a significant player on the international basketball scene – especially with the country’s notable presence in the NBA, including the historic back-to-back No. 1-choice.

The matchup between the San Antonio Spurs and the Indiana Pacers presents an interesting contrast. The Pacers, off to a hot start to the new year (8-1), look to peak as they continue to build momentum after a slow start to the season. On the other hand, the Spurs have had a bit of a rough stretch in 2025, but are still led by the extraordinary Wembanyama, who is putting up MVP-caliber numbers across the board. With the Spurs building around their young talent and the Pacers now playing at a high level, this could be a competitive and fun game to watch.

Tyrese Haliburton’s comments about not expecting much home support from the crowd in Paris make the match even more exciting. Spurs will understandably want the crowd on their side with Wemby as the local hero, but the Pacers are looking to play the role of underdog and prove themselves against the international spotlight.

It is also impressive to see that fans from 53 countries have already bought tickets, which is a record for any NBA event. This global reach speaks to the growing influence of the league worldwide, with the NBA pushing its international presence even further with these games in Paris. It’s interesting how the NBA has used these global games as a way to not only showcase the league’s talent, but also expand its brand and build relationships with fans around the globe.

How do you think Wembanyama will handle the pressure of playing in Paris with all eyes on him? And how do you see the Spurs matching up against a Pacers team that is on a hot streak?