France, the host of the 2024 Paris Olympics, has announced a 19-man preliminary roster for the upcoming tournament. Despite not having to go through the qualification process, the French team is considered a strong contender for a medal, especially after winning silver in Tokyo.
Leading the pack is NBA Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama, known for his impressive stats both offensively and defensively. Alongside him is Rudy Gobert, who was named Defensive Player of the Year. Together, they form a solid defensive backline that will pose a challenge to their opponents. Coach Vincent Collet emphasized the importance of building a strong defense for the team.
Aside from these standout players, the French roster also includes NBA stars such as Nicolas Batum, Evan Fournier, Bilal Coulibaly, Ousmane Dieng, and Killian Hayes. France has been placed in Group B for the Olympics, along with Germany, Japan, and one team that will advance from the upcoming qualifying tournaments.
With many NBA players expected to compete in the tournament, the competition is expected to be intense. The USA, with stars like Kevin Durant, LeBron James, Joel Embiid