The French basketball team just gave Lithuania a taste of their own medicine with a whopping 90-72 victory that left us all saying, "Ooh la la!" The team aced their test against Lithuania on August 9th, and Coach Vincent Collet couldn't help but feel like a proud parent, saying, "We place this double test against Lithuania as an important moment in our preparation."
It's like the French team decided to show off their hoops magic. They've been showing some slick moves all along, taking down opponents like Tunisia, Montenegro, and Venezuela, setting the stage for their slam dunk performance against Lithuania.
Even with a couple of key players out on the bench due to injuries (we missed you, Mathias Lessort and Evan Fournier), the French squad pulled off some serious teamwork. They pulled out the big guns during the second and third quarters, with their defense shutting down Lithuania's plans faster than you can say "c'est magnifique." Nando De Colo was out there like a basketball wizard, putting up 13 points and dishing out 8 assists, while Guerschon Yabusele added his own flair with a cool 15 points.
Hold the phone, though, Lithuania tried to get back in the game, sneaking up by twelve points. But, hold your baguettes, because Nicolas Batum, Nando De Colo, and Frank Ntilikina had other plans. They unleashed a three-shot combo that sent Lithuania packing and gave France a cozy 21-point lead by the end of the third quarter. That's the kind of performance that makes you want to shout, "Allez les Bleus!"
If you thought the drama was over, think again. The game was like a rollercoaster of emotions, with more grunts directed at the refs than at a Sunday family barbecue. Jonas Valanciunas and his buddies tried to stir the pot, but Rudy Gobert took a seat after a couple of early fouls, and the momentum shifted back to the French side.
There was just one teensy-tiny hiccup for the French team – they let Lithuania grab a few too many rebounds before halftime. It's like they were tossing the ball around like it was a hot potato, and Lithuania was all too eager to catch it. But hey, halftime pep talks do wonders, because the French crew tightened their grip and allowed Lithuania only four rebounds in the second half. Talk about a defensive makeover!
The game's not over yet, though. The French team's got their sights set on Vilnius for a "return" match against Lithuania, and you better believe they're cooking up some more basketball fireworks.
As they gear up for the World Cup, these French ballers are proving they're not just about baguettes and berets – they've got some serious hoop dreams too. Keep your eyes peeled for more game-changing plays, and remember, whether it's on the court or off, Team France is serving up some basketball flair that's as irresistible as a plate of croissants. For all the latest court-side action, keep tabs on our website, news20-4.com. 🏀🥐
