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Victor Wembanyama comments on Luka Doncic missing FIBA World Cup qualifiers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:22 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Victor Wembanyama comments on Luka Doncic missing FIBA World Cup qualifiers

Summary

Victor Wembanyama, captain of the French men’s national basketball team, commented on Luka Doncic's absence from the Slovenia matchup in the 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers. Doncic opted not to play this summer to focus on his family and recover from a hamstring injury. Wembanyama expressed disappointment but remains focused on France's goal to win the World Cup, a step towards the Olympic Games. France is scheduled to play Slovenia on Thursday, followed by a game against Sweden on Saturday.

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By the Numbers

•Wembanyama is leading France in the 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers.
•Luka Doncic opted out to spend time with family and recover from injury.
•France faces Slovenia on Thursday and Sweden on Saturday.

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2:22 AMYahoo Sports — Victor Wembanyama Reacts to Luka Doncic Missing France-Slovenia Clash in 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers

What they're saying

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It’s the NBA offseason, but European players like San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama are still actively playing competitive basketball. Wembanyama is with the French men’s national basketball team for the 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers. They are set to play their first game of the tournament on Thursday and face the Slovenian men’s national [...]
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