Still absent from the French rotation to face the Czech Republic, this Wednesday, Frank Ntilikina was despite everything the subject of Instagram stories from Rudy Gobert and Vincent Poirier before the meeting. It must be said that the occasion was special for the leader of the Knicks.
He who kept so many good memories of his last outing against Team USA, during the 2019 World Cup, probably did not welcome the news of his package with a smile. Absent from the shock against Team USA last weekend for muscle discomfort, Frank Ntilikina followed from afar the feat of his teammates against the Americans. He unfortunately retained this position three days later, while the Blues faced the Czech Republic.
Without him, they have once again shown seriousness and application, winning in the end largely to get their ticket for the final stages. In addition to an Evan Fournier still very visible, Vincent Poirier was the author of a very good entry into the game, with 14 points scored and 5 rebounds captured in 19 minutes of play. Before that, the pivot of Real Madrid was keen to send a message … to the Fresh Prince on Instagram.
Happy Birthday FRESH Prince! ???????????? @frank_ntilikina
This Wednesday indeed marked Ntilikina’s 23rd birthday. Rather than pass it on the bench of the France team, the leader of the Knicks would certainly have preferred to live it on the floor, to help his partners in their task. However, he was able to count on the support and affectionate attention of Poirier, but not only. Rudy Gobert also took the time to greet his young teammate on the social network.
Long live little brother @frank_ntilikina ????????????????
Qualification now in his pocket, the best gift for Franky Smokes would be to take part in the third and last match of his selection in this group stage of the Olympic Games. The low level of Iran, the next opponent of the Blues, should push Vincent Collet to offer him playing time, before tackling the big deadlines of the competition.
Without being able to find a smile on the pitch, Frank Ntilikina was able to get it thanks to the birthday messages from Vincent Poirier and Rudy Gobert. Yes, the French group is living well!
