Paris (AFP)
"I'm going to take full advantage": the winger of Nanterre, Isaïa Cordinier (14.6 points average this season) was delighted with AFP for her first participation in the All Star Game, Saturday before the game with the French selection and to aim for the title during the dunks competition.
QUESTION: What does it mean for you to be one of the best basketball players in the French championship?
ANSWER: "It is an honor to be recognized by his peers. It is always fun. I remember when I watched the younger All Star Game and they brought in the legendary dunker Kadour Ziani. It was "This is my biggest memory. It was really nice to watch. I was watching this little show and it's necessarily nice to be there now. I'm going to make the most of it."
Q: Are you ready with the French selection to win a third victory in three years?
A: "We will try to represent French basketball well on Sunday to delight the public. We did not have time to organize (only one light training), but we will do our best. The important thing is also not to get hurt but we are obviously there to play and win. The momentum has been good for the French selection in recent years: it's up to us to maintain it. We're at home. We want to mark our territory! We have to go 100%, but taking our precautions so as not to hurt ourselves anyway. "
Q: You will also participate in the spectacular dunks competition. What do you have in store for us?
A: "I will try to do the show in front of Bercy. I already have a few figures in mind! I have trained a little too. I am ready to give everything in front of very good dunkers. We will see if it goes. there will be adrenaline and the urge to do well. It will help. I am here to enjoy and have fun for my first. "
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