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Manny Pacquiao wants to buy NBA team after boxing career ends

Originally posted on Sportsnaut | By Vincent Frank | Last updated 7/20/19

Manny Pacquiao might be taking on Keith Thurman for the WBA Welterweight title Saturday night in Vegas, but the 40-year-old superstar is looking far beyond his career in the ring.

Pacquiao spoke with TMZ Sports ahead of the bout and indicated that he would like to buy an NBA team once he retires.

Forbes estimates that Pacquiao is worth $500 million. For comparison’s sake, each NBA team is worth north of $1 billion. Obviously, Pacquiao would have to find partners to team up with him in this venture.

As it relates to his boxing career, Pacquiao wants to continue fighting until he’s 45. That’s yet another lofty goal.

This article first appeared on Sportsnaut and was syndicated with permission.

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