Before Barcelona play the New York Red Bulls this Saturday night, seven of their stars took the court in Brooklyn in a fun-filled encounter with Nets duo Ben Simmons and Patty Mills.
La Blaugrana's Pedri, Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets, Nico, Gavi, Ferran Torres and Eric Garcia visited Brooklyn's training center, receiving custom jerseys before dribbling with a less familiar ball.
Barcelona's players were all smiles as they took turns shooting the basketball and engaging in friendly competition.
Some may have a future post their soccer careers, namely Nico. The 20-year-old Spaniard made 27 appearances last season, scoring twice.
If his shooting accuracy translates to the pitch, Barcelona will have another gem on their hands.
The Catalan club have enjoyed a successful preseason thus far, defeating Inter Miami and Real Madrid, before an entertaining 2-2 draw with Juventus in Dallas on Tuesday.
Barcelona have arguably been the busiest European side in the transfer market; securing the signings of Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, Andreas Christensen, Pablo Torre and Franck Kessie.
Their spending spree isn't over yet. Earlier today, Barcelona agreed a fee with Sevilla for center back Jules Kounde. The 23-year-old Frenchman will join Barcelona permitting a medical and agreed personal terms.
The La Liga runners up swooped in ahead of Chelsea for the second time this summer. previously signing Raphinha from the clutches of the Stamford Bridge side.
Barcelona's first competitive game of the season comes at home to Rayo Vallecano on August 13.
