When it comes to women’s 5×5 basketball on the international scene, any group with Team USA in it automatically becomes the “Group of Death.” Yet, Group B is making a case for the title. Made up of France, Australia, Nigeria and Canada, this group has been filled with a rollercoaster of results, and the outlook has changed multiple times.
Three of the four teams have WNBA talent, while Nigeria has come up to shock the world with how competitive their team has been. As we await the final day of group play, there is still no way of telling which teams will advance. It will likely come down to point differential in the end, but this group has already been full of surprises.
France has sights on the podium at home Games
After taking home bronze at the Tokyo Olympics, the French National Team has been rising as a heavy hitter on the international scene. While they were predicted to do well in this tournament, they have been absolutely dominating the group.
It makes sense. France not only is a huge hub for women’s basketball in the EuroLeague, but they’ve been pumping out WNBA and NBA talent in recent years. Not sure what’s in the French water to keep producing these giant and skilled players, but it’s working for the French.
You also have the WNBA talent that has…
