Former Dallas Mavericks Guard Wins Silver Medal For France in Olympics

While all of the current Dallas Mavericks players were eliminated in the quarterfinals, one former Mav made his way to the gold medal game before falling to Stephen Curry and Team USA. Frank Ntilikina, who played on the Mavs from 2021-2023, was a starter for France in their attempt to win the gold on the home floor. While normally acting as a defensive standout, France needed offensive production in this game to match USA's firepower. The USA would hold on to win 98-87, leaving Ntilikina and France with the silver medal, becoming the first team since the United States in 1996 to medal in men's basketball while competing in their home country.