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Omar Sy Joins Paris Basketball Ownership as Team Nears Championship Finals

In his new role as cultural advisor, Sy adds international visibility just as the team's playoff victory puts them one win from the finals.

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Overview

  • Actor Omar Sy was named co-owner of Paris Basketball on June 5 alongside Éric Schwartz and David Kahn.
  • Sy will also act as the club’s cultural advisor, aiming to boost its international profile through his cultural influence.
  • On June 6 at Adidas Arena, he made his first appearance as part-owner, receiving a warm ovation from the 6,000-strong crowd.
  • Paris Basketball secured a 117-103 victory over Bourg-en-Bresse in the semifinals to put them one win away from the Betclic Elite finals.
  • While the terms of Sy’s investment remain undisclosed, fans expect his involvement to attract new talent and global attention.