THE Amat Ebay after a bad season for her Effects on the Euroleague eager for his participation with France in the World Cup (25/8-10/9). Regarding the event that will be held in the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia, he said:
“It definitely makes it even more interesting for players to play in the World Cup. The French national team will play in Indonesia. Asia is always pleasant. I played 3 years in Japan at the beginning of my career. So, I have a good relationship with this country and Asia in general. It will be a blessing to get back there and re-immerse myself in the local culture while playing basketball. It would be wonderfull. It’s a big market. They have a real understanding and love for basketball there. Leagues are becoming more and more popular especially with media and social media. Asia is a booming market».
On his World Cup experience the French power forward noted: “The World Cup was the first major event I competed in with the National Team and it was great. We finished third, we didn’t go as high as we wanted to as my maiden experience in the France shirt, it couldn’t have been more perfect because I had so much fun playing with these guys who were my teammates and I was able to represent my country in such a big scene. It was a dream come true. I would like to do it again. It is a great feeling to wear the jersey of the National Team. It’s completely different from the basketball we play every day. Obviously we’re proud to represent our clubs, but that’s part of your job, it’s something you do to take care of yourself and your family. The National Team is completely different. The level of commitment is much higher because you are representing your whole country there. There is a lot of pride in you as a player, your family and your friends. It’s a special feeling, I get chills every time I hear the National Anthem before the game. It’s something very special».
As for France’s World Cup group, with Canada, Latvia and Lebanon? “It’s a tough challenge. I think there are still some teams that are very strong. But I have full confidence in us and we can prevail regardless of the composition of the group. For that reason, I think it’s more about us, the effort we’re going to put in and the quality of basketball we’re going to play than anything else.».
Finally, when asked about the favorites for the World Cup, he answered: “First of all, France. And then USA along with Serbia».
Source: Sport Fm
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