France Basketball Stars Praise Victor Wembanyama After Slovenia Victory

The French national basketball team showcased a dominant performance, defeating Slovenia 92-67 in a 2027 World Cup qualifier held at the Accor Arena. Players expressed their satisfaction with the team's cohesive effort and strong defensive showing.

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It was a good game for us, we had the right mindset. We set the tone defensively, we shared the ball, lots of good things tonight.

Rudy Gobert, the French center, praised the team's mindset and defensive tone, noting the effective ball sharing. He emphasized the unique synergy he shares with rising star Victor Wembanyama, stating, "When we are in synergy both, it's unique." Gobert also reflected on his personal progress and ambition, aiming for Olympic and World Cup gold medals and an NBA title.

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The association with Victor Wembanyama? Very good. There were very good passages on both sides of the court, we impacted them physically. When we are in synergy both, it's unique.

Point guard Matthew Strazel echoed the positive sentiments, highlighting the team's strong first half and improved second-half performance compared to previous games. He acknowledged the crowd's energy at Bercy and expressed pride in Wembanyama's development, calling him "the best player in the world" and expressing pride in their shared journey.

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I am progressing, I am evolving. I feel good, I try to progress in all aspects of the game and that's what's beautiful, I haven't yet maximized my potential.

The team's collective performance, particularly their ability to limit Slovenia's three-point shooting, has generated optimism for their future prospects. The victory and the evident chemistry among players like Gobert and Wembanyama suggest a strong foundation for the team as they pursue major international accolades.

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Bercy is always incredible and it's been lucky for us since the Olympics. We have an incredible crowd every time we come here and we manage to respond thanks to them.