Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama squared off in a fiery Belgrade friendly, with Serbia edging out France 90-87 — a tantalizing preview of what’s ahead in FIBA World Cup qualifiers. Jokic nearly posted a triple-double while Wembanyama, still adjusting to international play after the NBA Finals, contributed 10 points despite some rust. The matchup, steeped in mutual respect, saw Jokic call Wembanyama “the most unique basketball player we’ve ever seen,” a ringing endorsement from an MVP. Wembanyama, now captain of France — the youngest since Tony Parker — is being groomed as the future leader of a team building chemistry for the qualifiers. They’ll rematch in France next week, with both players expected to return, setting the stage for a deeper look at how Wembanyama and his squad adapt to the global game.
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