Kylian Mbappé nails locker room trick shot, NBA responds to viral clip

At 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m), Kylian Mbappé has probably never had much hope of becoming an NBA star. Just as well, the Real Madrid forward is rather good at soccer.

While on international duty this week, Mbappé caught the attention of the basketball world after a video of him throwing a football into a bin inside the France locker room went viral.

In the same clip, the 27-year-old also copied a celebration from teammate Vinícius Júnior.

Sensing an opportunity, Mbappé jokingly asked the NBA for a 10-day contract, prompting a quick response from the league.

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