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By Adiel Kalonji | NBA Editor
As the Paris Olympic Games approach, Vincent Collet and Boris Diaw continue preparations with the French team. Gaining playing time recently with the Trail Blazers, Rayan Rupert spoke about a possible future selection.
While the Paris Olympics are fast approaching, Vincent Collet and Boris Diaw continue their investigation and preparation work with the aim of fielding the best possible team for this competition. Because after the affront of the 2023 World Cup, the Blues will have to try to redeem themselves in front of their own audience.
Among those playing on the American continent, some such as Rudy Gobert or Victor Wembanyama will surely be on the trip. But new names may also appear. Drafted in 43rd position by the Blazers last June, Rayan Rupert could actually be gaining points in the eyes of the EDF, he who hopes to be able to participate as he was able to announce in NBA Extra.
Rayan Rupert honest about his relationship with Vincent Collet and Boris Diaw
I met the staff of the French team a month ago I think, they came to San Antonio. I was able to talk with Vincent Collet and Boris Diaw. They wanted to be sure that I was interested in the France team. Obviously, I am very attached to the French selection, it is something very important for me. I told them I was available for anything.
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It would be with pleasure that I would go to the Olympics with them. They were talking about a mini camp before this summer, but I haven’t heard back since. So I’m waiting to find out more.
For the moment accustomed to wearing the France jersey with the hopefuls, Rayan Rupert has great ambitions for the summer tournament after having discussed with Vincent Collet and Boris Diaw.
Truth be told, the 19-year-old full-back is proving to be a surprise at this stage since it is only recently that he has benefited from more playing time. For example, he played more than 20 minutes against the Clippers for the third time this month, but also in his young career. He then returned to the confidence his trainer Chauncey Billups has placed in him during these last outings.
I wasn’t necessarily told in advance that I was going to play so much. That’s why, like I said, you always have to stay ready and keep working. I remember that it was against the Timberwolves that the coach asked me to come on and since then, I have played quite a few minutes. So I try to take advantage of it.
The question will now be whether this will be enough for the rookie to get his ticket to the Olympics.
A few months before the start of the Paris Olympic Games, Rayan Rupert revealed that he had spoken with Vincent Collet and Boris Diaw. The young Blazers player does not hide his desire to participate in this competition with France and hopes to hear his name in the coach’s list.
2024-03-25 18:10:00
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