"Are you really 72?" Jackie Chan hits a long-range shot 'in one try' at NBA event, fans go wild... even watches game side by side with Beckham

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World-renowned action star Jackie Chan (72) showcased his surprising basketball skills at a U.S. professional basketball (NBA) event, thrilling fans.

Chan appeared at the 'NBA House 2026' fan event held in Macao on the 9th (Korean time). This event is a fan festival running from the 7th to the 11th at the Venetian Cotai Expo in Macao, coinciding with the 2026 NBA China Games. In addition to basketball, various programs including music, entertainment, and fashion are being held concurrently.

On this day, Chan learned shooting techniques from renowned shooting trainer Chris Mathews on-site before picking up a basketball himself.

The result was astonishing. The ball Chan threw from a long distance went straight through the hoop. After making the shot, Chan raised both arms high in great joy, and the fans watching sent up a roar of cheers.

Chinese media outlet Youmin Xingkong reported, "Chan appeared at the event to challenge himself with a shot, succeeding on his first try and heating up the scene."

It further introduced that "many netizens also marveled, saying 'it's really accurate.'"

The NBA also shared via social media, "Chan accepted the challenge, casually threw a jump shot, and succeeded on his first attempt."

Chan's 'NBA outing' did not end there.

On this day, Chan also watched the 2026 NBA China Games preseason match between the Houston Rockets and the Dallas Mavericks held at the Venetian Arena in Macao.

In particular, he caught the eye as he was seen watching the game side by side with world-renowned soccer star David Beckham.

The game also featured fiery offensive basketball.

Houston crushed Dallas 135-117. Houston's Alperen Sengun recorded a triple-double with 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. Tari Eason scored a team-high 20 points, while Kevin Durant recorded 8 points.

Cooper Flagg stood out for Dallas. Flagg poured in 19 points in the first half alone, particularly concentrating 17 points in the second quarter to reveal a powerful presence.

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