Their 82-73 upset sends France into a semifinal game against Germany on Thursday, when they’ll attempt to secure a medal in this sport for just the fourth time (in 12 appearances) and the first time since 2020.

France had an ugly couple of days following its group-stage finale loss to Germany. It turned them into possibly its prettiest performances of the Olympic tournament to far. Guerschon Yabusele scored 22 points after being inserted into the starting lineup,

Guershon Yabusele led France's with 22 points, Isaia Cordinier added 20 and Fournier finished with 15. Victor Wembanyama finished with 5 points and 12 rebounds. Shai Gilgeous Alexander put Canada on his back with a 27-point effort, but RJ Barret (16 points) and company didn't provide enough help there.