Sarr Opens U19 World Cup With Strong Performance

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NBL24 Next Star Alexandre Sarr has produced a strong defensive performance in France’s opening game of the U19 FIBA World Cup and played a key role in France’s 20-point win over China.

He scored nine points on just 4/11 shooting from the field, but it was on the defensive end where the seven-foot centre shined.

Sarr pulled down a game-high nine rebounds – four offensive- and grabbed three steals and one block.

Despite the tight nature of the clash in the opening three quarters, France blew the game out with a 25-9 fourth term.

Five of Sarr’s nine points came in the decisive final quarter.

France’s two remaining group games will be played against Spain and Canada.