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Friday, September 20, 2024

Germany and France Advance in Olympic Basketball

Published: 2024-08-06

In a thrilling day of basketball at the Paris 2024 Olympics, both Germany and France secured their spots in the semifinals.

Dennis Schröder led Germany to a 76-63 victory over Greece, overcoming a slow start to deliver a crucial three-pointer that sealed the win.

Meanwhile, Evan Fournier shone for France, scoring a decisive three-pointer with just 55 seconds left, helping his team defeat Canada 82-73. Fournier's performance came after a tense exchange with coach Vincent Collet, highlighting the team's resilience and adaptability.

Both teams are now one step closer to Olympic glory, igniting hopes for a historic medal run in the tournament.