Congolese basketball player Bismack Biyombo says NBA's investment in Africa will allow for more stars to shine
Charlotte Hornets center Bismack Biyombo and Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby try for a rebound in overtime during the second half at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA on Jan 8, 2020.
The Congolese player will feature in the first NBA game in France as the Hornets face the Milwaukee Bucks in Paris next Friday."I think we will soon have an NBA match in Africa," the 27-year-old told a conference call on Friday. "One way or another I will be involved [in helping the NBA grow in Africa], but the most important thing is to get that new league started," said Biyombo.
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