Joel Embiid chose to play for the U.S. over France at the Paris Olympics. And the French aren’t letting him forget it, as they booed him throughout Team USA’s win over Serbia.
Canada was tested, then held on to get its first Olympic win in 24 years, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 21 points in an 86-79 victory over Greece in the Paris Olympics opener for both teams in Group A play on Saturday night.
Victor Wembanyama had 19 points, nine rebounds, four steals and three blocks in his Olympic debut as France opened its run at the Paris Games with a win over Brazil.
Joel Embiid missed practice with an illness, while Anthony Davis returned after an illness. Team USA begins basketball play at the Paris Olympics vs. Serbia on Sunday.
