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France secures spot in men's basketball final by defeating Germany

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France secures spot in men’s basketball final by defeating Germany

August 8, 2024

The host nation is guaranteed an Olympic medal in men’s basketball at Paris 2024 after France knocked off Germany in Thursday’s semifinal.

Guerschon Yabusele led the with 15 points, two assists and five rebounds while Victor Wembanyama added 11 points and seven rebounds in France’s 73-69 victory. Fomer Toronto Raptors point guard Dennis Schröder led the way for France with 17 points for Germany.

This will be the second straight Olympic medal for France after capturing a silver medal in Tokyo. France upset Canada in the quarterfinals to reach the final four.

France will take on the winner of the other semifinal between Team USA and Serbia. The Americans are looking to earn their fifth-straight gold medal at the Summer Games.

The U.S. beat France in the last Olympic tournament in Tokyo to win their 16th gold in the Olympics.

Germany is coached by Canadian Gordon Herbert.

In a thrilling semi-final match, France secured their spot in the men’s basketball final at the Tokyo Olympics by defeating Germany. The French team put on a dominant performance, showcasing their skill and teamwork to come out on top with a final score of 87-82.

From the opening tip-off, France set the tone for the game with their aggressive defense and sharp shooting. Their star players, including NBA standouts Evan Fournier and Rudy Gobert, led the charge and made crucial plays throughout the game. Fournier was particularly impressive, scoring a game-high 24 points and dishing out several key assists to his teammates.

Germany put up a strong fight, with their own NBA star Dennis Schroder leading the way with 23 points. However, they struggled to contain France’s offensive firepower and fell behind early in the game. Despite a late rally in the fourth quarter, Germany was unable to overcome the deficit and ultimately fell short of advancing to the final.

France’s victory is a testament to their talent and determination as a team. They have been one of the standout teams in the men’s basketball tournament, with impressive wins over powerhouse teams like the United States and Slovenia. With their spot secured in the final, France will now have the opportunity to compete for a gold medal and cement their place as one of the top basketball teams in the world.

The men’s basketball final is set to be an exciting matchup, with France facing off against either Australia or the United States. Regardless of their opponent, France will undoubtedly bring their A-game and look to make history by winning their first-ever Olympic gold medal in basketball. Fans can expect a thrilling and competitive final as France looks to cap off their impressive run with a well-deserved victory.