NBA Shares Photo of Tems Holding Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy

The NBA’s official social media accounts lit up on Tuesday after posting a photo of Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems holding the iconic Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy.

The surprise post quickly went viral, with fans celebrating the crossover moment between global music and basketball culture.

Though the league didn’t provide much context, the image is believed to be part of an upcoming campaign or collaboration, highlighting Tems’ rising international profile.

With her powerful vocals and now a moment with one of sports’ most coveted trophies, Tems continues to prove she’s not just a voice of a generation—but a face recognized on the world stage.

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