Pacers Strike a Pose in Front of the Eiffel Tower: A Snapshot of Global Sports Spirit

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Pacers Take on Paris: NBA Stars Snap Photos at Eiffel Tower

When NBA teams touch down in Paris, it’s a rite of passage to strike a pose in front of the iconic Eiffel Tower. This morning, Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers, set to face Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs in the upcoming NBA Paris Games, did just that—capturing a moment before diving into some serious competition.

Tyrese Haliburton, gearing up for a role in Team USA at the Paris 2024 Olympics, soaked in the historic sights while his teammates explored the city for the first time. For guys like Obi Toppin and a few others, it was a whirlwind of excitement. Obi couldn’t help but joke, “If there was a stuck ball at the top, I could totally go get it!” showcasing his well-known humor along with his high-flying dunking skills.

Haliburton also took the opportunity to flaunt a unique claim to fame—he’s the only player in his crew who owns a little piece of the Eiffel Tower. Nestled inside his gold medal from Team USA’s victorious Olympic run is an 18-gram chunk of the iconic structure. Now that’s what you call a flex!

A few first timers and a guy who owns a piece of it… @Pacers x Eiffel Tower! 🇫🇷 #NBAParis pic.twitter.com/epRp2pHtOk

— NBA (@NBA) January 21, 2025

Beyond their postcard-perfect visit, the Pacers hit the court for their first practice at the Palais des Sports Marcel Cerdan on Tuesday. With the NBA Paris Games looming on Thursday, January 23, and Saturday, January 25, the excitement is building as they prepare to take on the Spurs.

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