Cristiano Ronaldo Meets Luol Deng and Miami Heat Mascot Burnie at NBA Game

Probably worn out from showing us around his home, Cristiano Ronaldo has taken a few days out of his busy schedule with Real Madrid to take in some NBA action in Florida.

The Ballon d'Or winner was courtside as the Miami Heat went down 93-92 against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday.

Despite being on the wrong side of the scoreline, those in attendance at the American Airlines Arena were happy to see the Portuguese, none more so than the Heat's mascot Burnie:

He is once again in contention to retain the Ballon d'Or, shortlisted alongside Brazil's Neymar and Argentinian star Leo Messi for the award.

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His Madrid side have endured a stuttering domestic campaign so far this season, but they go into the Christmas break just two points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona, having scored 10 goals in their last game.

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Despite being thrown out of the Copa del Rey, they topped their group in the Champions League to book a last-16 tie against Roma.

Their next league game is against Real Sociedad on December 30.

[h/t Goal.com]