Credit: AFP – Scanpix
In a preparation game for the Tokyo Olympics, Spain defeated France 86-77 (21-24, 23-14, 21-20, 21-19) in Malaga. Almost 3,600 spectators were allowed to watch the game.
Ricky Rubio who was not having a good shooting game led Spain in scoring (16 points). He also added 4 assists and 3 rebounds. Sergio Rodriguez scored 14 points (4/4 2FG, 2/3 3FG).
France, who played their first friendly match, were led forward by the guard duo. Evan Fournier scored 20 points in 31 minutes (4/5 2FG), while Nando De Colo added 17 points (3/6 3FG) and 7 assists.
Reigning NBA Defensive Player of the year Rudy Gobert did not dress for this matchup.
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