Bukayo Saka Spends Time Off Arsenal By Relishing An NBA Clash

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Arsenal star Bukayo Saka turned up in the United States Of America to watch Boston Celtics in the National Basketball Association.

Saka enjoyed his time off at the NBA game in the United States, after helping the Gunners progress into the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League for the first time in 14 years.

Bukayo Saka watched Boston Celtics defeat the Phoenix Suns 127-112 in the front row - courtside, at the TD Garden, as the Celtics extended their lead at the summit of the Eastern Conference.

The Celtics also shared a video on social media, which showed Saka meeting up with number 7 and shooting guard Jaylen Brown.

Brown was magnificent on the night and he produced a high-score of 37 points to help Boston Celtics secure victory.

Saka and Jaylen Brown exchanged jerseys, with Brown receiving Arsenal's home and away shirts.

The meet-up as aforementioned came days after Bukayo Saka helped Arsenal progress to the last 8 of the UEFA Champions League.

The Englishman scored during the shootout, after Leandro Trossard had brought Arsenal back in the tie, having scored in the opening half.

Saka has been impressive for the Gunners this campaign, powering the side to the league crown.

Bukayo Saka has scored 16 goals and provided 15 assists in 37 appearances across all competitions this campaign.

The 22-year-old, who has been stoked into some heated comparison with Phil Foden in recent weeks regarding which of the two is a world class player, has continued to battle hard this season.


Saka is focused on helping Arsenal win the Premier League this campaign and if possible, the UEFA Champions League.

Bukayo Saka has developed into an amazing player in recent years, having graduated from the Gunners academy in 2019.

He made his debut for Arsenal in a 4-1 win over Fulham on January 1, 2019, coming on as a replacement for former Gunners star Alex Iwobi in the 83rd minute.

Saka has gone on to make 216 appearances for the Gunners, scoring 54 goals and providing 55 assists in all competitions.

Bukayo Saka's currently deal with Arsenal runs until June 30, 2027, having penned a 4-year contract extension on May 23, 2023.

The 22-year-old is one of the best players in his position in the Premier League and he has set his sights on reaching the pinnacle of his career.

It will be fascinating to see how he pulls Arsenal, as they strive and battle for top honours.

Anyway, Saka has his sight on the Gunners next fixture on March 31, 2024, which is a league game against Manchester City at the Etihad.

Mikel Arteta's side sit at the summit of the Premier League table, with 64 points from 28 league matches, level on points with 2nd-place Liverpool, although with a healthier goal difference.