On the morning of August 11, the French team lost 87-98 to the United States in the Olympic men’s basketball final, securing a silver medal. After the game, star player Batum confirmed that his national team career has come to an end.
Batum said, “This is my last game wearing the national team jersey. Over the past 15 years, I have participated in four World Cups, four European Championships, and four Olympics with the national team. I’ve also realized my dream: seven medals. I am very satisfied.”
Batum’s Honors with the French National Team: 2013 European Championship title, 2014 World Cup third place, 2015 European Championship third place, 2019 World Cup third place, 2020 Olympic silver medal, 2022 European Championship silver medal, 2024 Olympic silver medal.