Canada beats France at the opening of the Basketball World Cup

Canada Blows Out France to Open Up FIBA ​​World Cup 2023

Canada made a statement on the opening day of the FIBA ​​World Cup 2023, blowing out France 98-79. The Canadians were led by a balanced scoring attack, with seven players in double figures, including Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who had 19 points.

Canada jumped out to a quick lead and never looked back. They led by as many as 22 points in the second half and cruised to the victory.

The win was a major upset, as France was the defending champion and the number one ranked team in the world. It was also a major boost for Canada, who are hoping to make a deep run in the tournament.

"We're excited to be here and we're ready to compete," said Canadian head coach Nick Nurse. "We know France is a great team, but we're confident in our ability to win."

Canada's balanced scoring attack was a key to their victory. Alexander-Walker led the way, but he was supported by a number of other players, including RJ Barrett, who had 16 points, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who had 15 points.

The Canadians also got a big boost from their bench, which outscored France's bench by a margin of 34-10.

On the defensive end, Canada held France to just 38% shooting from the field. They also forced 18 turnovers, which they turned into 22 points.

The win was a major statement from Canada, who are now considered to be one of the favorites to win the tournament. They will next face Turkey on Sunday.

Key Players for Canada

• Nickeil Alexander-Walker: The 23-year-old guard is one of the most dynamic players in the tournament. He is a great scorer and a versatile defender.
• RJ Barrett: The 22-year-old forward is another young star for Canada. He is a great shooter and a powerful finisher at the rim.
• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: The 23-year-old guard is a smooth-shooting playmaker who can create his own shot.
• Andrew Wiggins: The 27-year-old forward is a versatile scorer who can play both inside and outside.
• Khem Birch: The 29-year-old center is a physical presence who can rebound and defend.

Key Players for France

• Evan Fournier: The 29-year-old guard is the leading scorer for France. He is a great shooter and a capable playmaker.
• Rudy Gobert: The 30-year-old center is one of the best defenders in the world. He is a force in the paint and can block shots at a high rate.
• Nicolas Batum: The 33-year-old forward is a versatile player who can play multiple positions. He is a good shooter and a solid defender.
• Frank Ntilikina: The 23-year-old guard is a young player with a lot of potential. He is a good defender and a solid passer.
• Theo Maledon: The 20-year-old guard is another young player with a lot of potential. He is a good shooter and a capable playmaker.

Outlook for Canada

Canada is one of the favorites to win the FIBA ​​World Cup 2023. They have a balanced team with a lot of talent. They will need to stay healthy and play their best basketball if they want to win the title.

The Canadians have a tough schedule in the group stage, but they should be able to advance to the knockout stage. They will be a tough out for any team in the tournament.

Canada has a chance to make history in 2023. They have never won a medal in the FIBA ​​World Cup, but they have the talent to do it this year They will . 

Ranking of countries winning the Basketball World Cup

1. United States (5): The United States is the most successful team in the history of the Basketball World Cup, with five championships. They won the tournament in 1954, 1986, 1994, 1998, and 2010.
2. Yugoslavia (5): Yugoslavia won the Basketball World Cup in 1970, 1978, 1982, 1990, and 1998. They were dissolved in 1992, and their successor countries, Serbia and Montenegro, won the tournament in 2002.
3. Spain (2): Spain won the Basketball World Cup in 2006 and 2019. They are the current champions.
4. Argentina (3): Argentina won the Basketball World Cup in 1950, 1958, and 2002.
5. Soviet Union (1): The Soviet Union won the Basketball World Cup in 1982. They were dissolved in 1991, and their successor countries, Russia and Lithuania, have not won the tournament.
6. Lithuania (1): Lithuania won the Basketball World Cup in 1988.
7. France (1): France won the Basketball World Cup in 2019.
8. Brazil (1): Brazil won the Basketball World Cup in 1959.

The Basketball World Cup is the most prestigious international basketball tournament in the world. It is held every four years, and the best men's national teams in the world compete.

The next Basketball World Cup will be held in 2023 in Japan, Indonesia, and the Philippines.