The Indiana Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton was in that picture. He was laid out on the stairs (it’s a unique setup here in Paris; the arena is covered by grass, and the concrete steps are cut into the side hills outside the building), wearing cargo pants and a Team USA windbreaker.

Tyrese Haliburton describes Caitlin Clark as a 'superstar' on the eve of the Indiana Pacers' first game against the San Antonio Spurs in Paris.

"I think when it comes to the game of basketball, she's probably in the top-five most famous people that are playing now, just in general. That includes our league as well," Tyrese Haliburton said of Caitlin Clark.

Tyrese Haliburton and Caitlin Clark have become fast friends, both complimenting the other on multiple occasions.

The Pacers are in Paris because someone has to be the opponent to French phenom Victor Wembanyama, but they're getting everything out of the trip.

Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones are heading to Paris for the NBA Paris Games 2025, with their dog Ames joining the adventure. The Indiana Pacers will

Tyrese Haliburton's girlfriend, Jade Jones, shared a special gift she received from a friend on Instagram on Saturday.

Indiana Pacers forward Myles Turner channels a Victor Wembanyama-like performance against the Detroit Pistons.

The San Antonio Spurs will play two games against the Indiana Pacers on Thursday and Sunday, but both games will be held in Paris, France. While the Pacers boast some stars like Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam, it's safe to say that the entire city, country, and basketball world will only have eyes on Victor Wembanyama.

Before the Pacers and Spurs tip off in Paris, here's how French players have become such an important part of the NBA's culture — and a huge part of its future.