Ocon, Riner to host NBA Paris Jam presented by Revolut
November 28, 2024
The NBA has announced a new interactive celebrity game – NBA Paris Jam presented by Revolut – that will be held on January 24th, in conjunction with The NBA Paris Games 2025 presented by Tissot, which will feature the Indiana Pacers and the San Antonio Spurs playing two regular-season games at the Accor Arena on January 23rd and January 25th 2025. NBA House – a free, immersive basketball experience and fan event – will also return to Le Carreau du Temple in the 3rd Arrondissement from January 22nd – 25th.
NBA Paris Jam presented by Revolut will be hosted by French basketball influencers Bastien Fontanieu and Alexandre Martin of TrashTalk. The new event will celebrate the convergence of the NBA and the music, fashion and entertainment that surround today’s game through a series of basketball games and competitions featuring NBA Legends Jalen Rose and Joakim Noah, celebrities, athletes and influencers who will be coached by French racing driver Esteban Ocon and French judo icon Teddy Riner. It will also feature DJ sets, fan giveaways, and a live musical performance. Additional participants and the musical artist will be announced in the lead-up to the event.
NBA Paris Jam presented by Revolut will livestream on the NBA’s Twitch and YouTube channels, and fans in attendance and watching online will have the opportunity to vote for their MVP, change the rules of the game and more by scanning a QR code and signing in with an NBA ID.
“We’re excited to offer fans in France and visiting from abroad additional opportunities to engage with the NBA while the Pacers and Spurs are in Paris,” said NBA Europe and Middle East Associate Vice President, Head of Content and Social Media Sharon Fuller. “In addition to the return of NBA House, the debut of NBA Paris Jam presented by Revolut will allow fans to participate in an interactive celebration of basketball, the NBA and popular culture.”
“We’re proud to deepen our collaboration with the NBA through the NBA Paris Jam,” added Antoine Le Nel, Chief Growth & Marketing Officer at Revolut. “This event brings together global icons like Esteban Ocon and Teddy Riner for an epic celebrity showdown, merging the worlds of sports and entertainment to create moments that will truly resonate with fans. As always, Revolut customers will enjoy exclusive benefits, including priority access to the ticket presale, reinforcing our commitment to delivering experiences that transcend traditional banking. Together with the NBA, we’re bringing fans closer to the action and excitement they love.”