France will be in the Slovenian Eurobasket (4-22 September) without several of its domestic players. This slaughter of packages in the racket, messes, one suspects the plans of Vincent Collet and his staff. However, the Blues will be able to rely on their leader Tony Parker.

Asked about the absence, the Vice-NBA champion with the Spurs does not want to dramatize “Everyone has his program and I understand. We’re going to do with those who are there, “he said on Wednesday on the sidelines of the presentation of the new line of skateboards “Maverix” ” We will try to do the best possible, it will not be easy but we have to remain motivated, “says TP uncertain on the chances of the Blues” We are not favorites but it will be a very open European Championship, there really is no favorite. “

France began the Sunday’s training camp at INSEP and should be able to rely on Johan Petro recalled and Ali Traore if his knee allows “It’s good that Johan has returned. I know he’s motivated, it will help us, it is clear. Ali has not played much this season, we’ll see how he is physically, how his knee does, “he says.

Eleven friendly meetings are scheduled before the Blues Euro including a double confrontation against Spain (23 and 26 August).