Nigerian boy who begged to play for US in video gets attention of American star

A Nigerian boy is getting the attention he wanted as he posted a video of his basketball skill on Twitter

In a tweet that has gone viral, Stephen said he will like to play for an American school, asking people to link him up

Shareef O'Neal, an American college star player, replied him and said he would try all he can to help

A young Nigerian man, Stephen Kase, on Tuesday, November 24, went on Twitter to ask for assistance towards playing basketball for an American school.

Stephen made a short video showing his dribbling skill as he bounced the bounced under his spread out legs in the manner a professional basketballer would when trying to feint his opponent.

After dribbling for a while, the young man aimed for the hop and shot a straight basket after lifting himself a bit from the floor.

His video has been watched five million times as at the time of writing this report. In his tweet, he asked people to help retweet massive so that an American high school coach can see it.

Days after posting his video, a US college basketball player quoted him and said:

"Imma do what I can to help bro!"

Watch his video below:

Imma do what I can to help bro!! https://t.co/Mdm6SQprq9

— Shareef O’Neal (@SSJreef) November 24, 2020

Below are some of the reactions his video got:

@Mika78107703 said:

"You honestly seem average, like a street court basketball guy. But maybe training in a high school or college will help. Doesn't necessarily have to be in the United States though."

@mrogustb saiid:

"The negative feedback on here just shows what's wrong with folks today. Look the kid most likely understands he needs better training all around which he has a slim chance of finding that at his current location. If you can steer him in the right direction."

@coachthorpe said:

"Young man, you are welcome to message directly. I'd be happy to help you."

@TomBalawejder said:

"Shoot your shot, kid. Don’t sleep on European ball either. It’s a worldwide game. Wishing you the best."

@n_shwana said:

"Keep believing and practicing. Someone is going to notice you, and all of your hardwork. I hope your dream of education and basketball does come true. Be blessed!"