Mbappe Hits Trash Can Shot, Eyes NBA Contract

French soccer star makes trick shot in NFL locker room, teases basketball career

Mar. 30, 2026 at 4:51pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting Kylian Mbappe's basketball trick shot in an abstract, fragmented style, capturing the dynamic energy of the moment.Mbappe's impressive basketball skills in an NFL locker room hint at his athletic versatility beyond just soccer.Washington Today

Star striker Kylian Mbappe, while visiting the Washington Commanders locker room ahead of an international friendly, drilled a lefty jump shot into a trash can and celebrated with a victory dance. Mbappe then took to social media to declare he's open to signing an NBA contract, though he remains focused on soccer for now as he nears France's all-time scoring record.

Why it matters

Mbappe is one of the biggest global stars in soccer, so any hints about a potential career change to basketball would be huge news. His impressive trick shot in an NFL locker room also shows his impressive athletic versatility.

The details

In a video posted to social media, Mbappe is seen casually draining a jump shot from the corner of the Commanders' locker room and then celebrating with an energetic dance. The France national team captain was in Washington ahead of his squad's friendly match against Colombia.

  • On March 30, 2026, Mbappe posted the video of his trick shot on social media.

The players

Kylian Mbappe

A star striker for the France national soccer team who is one goal away from becoming the country's all-time leading scorer.

Washington Commanders

The NFL team whose locker room Mbappe was visiting in Washington, D.C.

Colombia

The national soccer team that France was set to play in an international friendly match.

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What they’re saying

“I'm open to an NBA contract, you never know!”

— Kylian Mbappe

What’s next

Mbappe will look to break France's all-time scoring record when they face Colombia in their upcoming international friendly.

The takeaway

Mbappe's impressive trick shot and playful comments about the NBA show his immense athletic talent extends beyond just soccer, though he remains focused on his primary sport for now.