By Canadian Press

Canadian men to face host France in Olympic men’s basketball quarterfinals

Aug 3, 2024 | 4:16 PM

PARIS — Canada will face France when the Olympic men’s basketball tournament moves to Paris on Tuesday.

A draw was held Saturday to determine the quarterfinal matchups, which will also see Germany take on Greece, Serbia battle Australia, and Brazil face top-ranked United States.

Canada finished pool play atop Group A with a 3-0 record after beating Greece, Australia and Spain.

France came second in Group B following wins over Brazil and Japan, and a loss to Germany.

The Canadians are making their first Olympic appearance since 2000.

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The men’s basketball semifinals are scheduled for Thursday and medal games will be held next Saturday.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 3, 2024.

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