Victor Wembanyama, after a fantastic debut NBA season, has high ambitions, especially when it comes to representing the French national team.
As a rookie in the top league in the world, he averaged 21.4 points, 10.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and an impressive 3.6 blocks per game. France will host the Olympic Games, adding extra pressure to perform.
Looking at France’s frontcourt lineup consisting of Mathias Lessort, Rudy Gobert, Vincent Poirier, and Victor Wembanyama, it’s clear that some tough decisions will need to be made. However, it’s certain that the San Antonio Spurs player is someone Vincent Collet takes very seriously.
“Playing in the French jersey gives me special motivation and energy. It’s about patriotism and it’s a big part of what I want to achieve in my career. I cannot accept losing to any other team,” said Victor Wembanyama.
The broader list for the French national team includes 19 individuals, as previously discussed. Their opponents in the preliminary stage of the Olympic Games will include the current world champions Germany, Japan, and the winner of the qualification tournament in Riga. Competing for a spot in Paris are Latvia, Georgia, the Philippines, Brazil, Cameroon, and Montenegro.
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