Orlando Pirates midfielder Fortune Makaringe took up basketball at a recent NBA event in Johannesburg.
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Buccaneers baller Makaringe was shooting some hoops in Alexandra for a basketball court unveiling.
The event was put together by the NBA's global social responsibility programme and Makaringe was on hand to show support for the charitable course.
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Makaringe at NBA event
Pirates' lanky midfielder made an appearance at the NBA Cares event where they unveiled a new basketball court that will serve the community of Alexandra.
The NBA is the biggest basketball league in the world and they've been making a conscious effort to grow the game on the African continent.
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Makaringe rubbed shoulders with NBA players and Los Angeles Lakers coach Darvin Ham, who shared their expertise with young basketball players in the Alex community.
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Makaringe also shared a video attempting a lay-up. It's safe to say that the 30-year-old should definitely stick to football.
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