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Par Guillaume Kagni | Journaliste sportif
In recent competitions, the French team has established itself as a benchmark on the world stage, with two runner-up finishes at the Olympic Games. However, progress is also being made in the rest of the world, as demonstrated by this highly ambitious squad.
Today, France is clearly the USA’s main competitor at the top of the world hierarchy. At the Paris Olympics – and the support of the local public undoubtedly played an important role in the results – Les Bleus/Bleues pushed the Americans to the limit in both the men’s and women’s finals.
To confirm this status, the teams coached by Frédéric Fauthoux and Jean-Aimé Toupane will have to make a strong impression this summer at the European Championships. It’s not the most prestigious competition, and not all the top talents will be present, but gold should be a credible objective for both sides. In any case, it will be good preparation for the next World Cups.
Jamaica, the new stronghold of world basketball?
And on the men’s side, the competition could be particularly stiff on the road to a medal in 2027. Canada is still going strong with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Serbia can rely on a great Nikola Jokic, and there’s one island that could also receive the support of several NBA players. Jamaica intends to make a name for itself on the trading floor. Journalist Daniel Blake reports:
I’ve just been informed that there are discussions underway with Raptors All-Star Scottie Barnes, Pistons pivot Isaiah Stewart and Spurs wing Devin Vassell to represent the Jamaican national team. Twins Amen and Ausar Thompson started the procedures to obtain nationality last week. Norman Powell has already agreed to play this summer.
Jamaica, which is better known for its achievements in athletics than basketball, could well become a major new nation on the orange planet. In the coming competitions, the team could rely on All-Star Scottie Barnes, Norman Powell and Devin Vassell, capable of shooting over 20 points in the NBA, and above all on the Thompson twins.
In fact, all that’s missing is a good-quality point guard for a complete squad capable of shaking up any selection. The offensive qualities are undeniable, and the nuggets that are Amen and Ausar will provide defensive assurance. The FIBA scene has perhaps never been as interesting as it is today, and that’s a promise for the future!
