Paris Olympics: Victor Wembanyama Leads France to Victory Over Brazil in Basketball Debut

Paris, France, Ile-de-France, France France
Brazil shoots poorly (40% success rate) and commits 20 turnovers.
France trails Brazil by 12 in second quarter but recovers with strong defensive effort.
Paris Olympics basketball: France defeats Brazil with Victor Wembanyama's 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 steals/blocks.
Paris Olympics: Victor Wembanyama Leads France to Victory Over Brazil in Basketball Debut

Paris Olympics: A New Beginning for Basketball

The Paris Olympics kicked off with a thrilling basketball match between France and Brazil in Group B. The highly anticipated game saw Victor Wembanyama, the tallest player in the tournament, make his Olympic debut for France.

Wembanyama lived up to expectations as he led France to a victory over Brazil with an impressive performance. He scored 19 points, grabbed 9 rebounds, and recorded 4 steals and 3 blocks. His dominance on the court was evident as Brazil struggled to keep up.

France trailed by 12 early in the second quarter but Wembanyama's leadership helped them find their footing. The team responded with a strong defensive effort, holding Brazil to just 13 points in the second quarter and only 9 points in the third. Brazil shot poorly from the field, managing only 40% success rate and had a total of 20 turnovers.

The opening game was significant for both teams as they set their sights on advancing to the knockout round. France will face Japan next, while Brazil takes on Germany in a crucial match that could decide who advances to the next stage.

Meanwhile, Team USA's Men's Basketball team is also gearing up for their Olympic debut. They are scheduled to play Serbia on July 28 in Group C. The Paris Olympics schedule includes exhibition games starting on July 10 and Olympic action beginning on July 27.

The basketball competition at the Paris Olympics promises to be an exciting event, with top teams from around the world vying for gold. Stay tuned for more updates as we bring you coverage of all the action.



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    • Victor Wembanyama had 19 points, 9 rebounds, 4 steals, and 3 blocked shots in France’s win over Brazil.
    • France opened the Paris Olympics with a victory against Brazil in Group B.
    • Wembanyama won the tipoff for France against Brazil’s Bruno Caboclo.
    • France trailed by 12 early in the second quarter but found their footing with Wembanyama leading the way.
    • Brazil was powerless against Wembanyama’s dominance on the court.
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    • The 2024 Paris Olympic Games are taking place in France.
    • Artistic Gymnastics Men’s Qualification will take place on July 27 starting at 5 a.m. ET on E!, NBC, Peacock and NBCOlympics.com.
    • Opening Ceremony for the Paris Olympic Games is scheduled for July 26 along the Seine River.
    • NBC, USA Network, Peacock and NBCOlympics.com will broadcast the Olympics.
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    • Team USA's Men’s Basketball team will compete in the Paris Olympics.
    • Exhibition games begin on July 10 and Olympic action starts on July 27.
    • Team USA is in Group C for the Men’s Basketball competition along with Serbia, South Sudan, and Puerto Rico.
    • Group Phase games will be held at Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Lille, France. Quarterfinals, semifinals and finals will be held at Bercy Arena in Paris.
    • Team USA is scheduled to play Serbia on July 28 in the Men’s Basketball competition.
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    • Victor Wembanyama scored 19 points, had 9 rebounds, 4 steals, and 3 blocks in France’s win over Brazil.
    • Nicolas Batum scored 14 points in the first half and helped France take a halftime lead.
    • France shot poorly from the field in the first quarter but still took an early lead against Spain.
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    • Victor Wembanyama had 19 points, 9 rebounds, 4 steals, and 3 blocks in France’s Olympic debut against Brazil.
    • France responded with suffocating defense, holding Brazil to 13 points in the second quarter and just nine in the third.
    • Brazil shot only 40% from the field and had 20 turnovers.
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    The article contains some instances of inflammatory rhetoric and appeals to authority, but no formal or informal fallacies were found. The author describes Wembanyama's performance as 'sensational' and 'everywhere', which is an example of inflammatory rhetoric. The author also quotes Evan Fournier stating that Wembanyama's dunk was above the rim, which is an appeal to authority.
    • ][author] With the weight of a country on his shoulders, Wemby was sensational in his Olympic debut,[[/] /
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