Olympics host France unveiled a stacked roster for the men's basketball competition for Paris 2024, highlighted by the twin tower combination of Victory Wembanyama and Rudy Gobert.
Les Bleus are pulling out all the stops for the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
For their hosting of this year’s Olympics, France unveiled a stacked men’s basketball roster, headlined by NBA Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama.
The 7’3” basketball demigod is joined by NBA Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert, and France hopes this new twin tower combo can help the team get over the hump for the gold.
France got close last time in Tokyo 2020, taking silver behind Team USA.
However, Les Bleus are coming off a disappointing FIBA World Cup in 2023, finishing only 18th. It was an unnatural blimp for France after a period of dominance that included a bronze medal in the 2019 World Cup and a silver in the 2022 EuroBasket.
Completing the French lineup are Evan Fournier, Nicolas Batum, Nando De Colo, Andrew Albicy, Isaia Cordinier, Bilal Coulibaly, Mathias Lessort, Frank Ntilikina, Matthew Strazel, and Guerschon Yabusele.
Vincent Collet will coach the team.
France is in Group B for the Olympics, alongside Japan, Brazil, and FIBA World Champion Germany.
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Story Summary:
- France has prepared a powerhouse men’s basketball team for the Olympic Games Paris 2024, led by NBA stars Victor Wembanyama and Rudy Gobert.
- Despite recent setbacks, including a disappointing FIBA World Cup finish in 2023, France aims for the Olympic gold with a talented lineup coached by Vincent Collet.
- The team faces tough competition in Group B alongside Japan, Brazil, and reigning FIBA World Champion Germany.
[Editor's note: This article was written by a member of the One Sports Digital team. The summary was generated by AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]