In terms of the sporting competitors, it felt like the end of an era. There is a long list of stars who either have discussed retirement

France would lead by double digits in the third-quarter after a 10-0 run. With 92 seconds left France were a point down.

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This is perhaps more in question than any time in recent history as some of the best players in the world are from other countries.

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Once again, it took an expected route with the United States averaging 104 points in their group stage games.

The opening games saw a big upset as France beat the United States 83-76 behind a big Evan Fournier game.