Irish mixed martial artist and mega celebrity Conor McGregor sat courtside for BYU basketball’s clash with Baylor, and his presence became an even bigger story than the Cougars’ tense, overtime victory.

The Bucks and Jazz were playing Monday night when Conor McGregor caught the attention of players on the bench in a most unexpected way.

Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez got a surprise visit from Conor McGregor during a recent Bucks game against the Utah Jazz. Instead of waiting to meet Lopez after the game, as most tend to do, McGregor took the opportunity to introduce himself during the second quarter of the Bucks’ 125-110 win against the Jazz.

Conor McGregor is adamant about eventually fighting for BKFC, but his UFC contract will remain a giant hurdle until he’s free of it.

BKFC founder Dave Feldman discusses the success of KnuckleMania, Ben Rothwell and Jeremy Stephens' free agency, Conor McGregor, whether Mike Perry vs. Robbie Lawler is next and more.

Conor McGregor’s BKFC debut could become closer after the organization’s president, Dave Feldman, said he would speak to the UFC. McGregor is desperate to fight in BKFC. He indicated his intentions after the organization’s Knucklemania V event over last weekend.