FIBA World Cup 2019: Power Rankings before tournament tip-off

#4 France

The French national team is blessed with talent at both ends of the court

The French finished third at the 2014 FIBA World Cup, and while the team has since lost notable names such as Tony Parker, the current roster arguably possesses more talent. Nicolas Batum and Evan Fournier are both regular starters in the NBA, while Frank Ntilikina has been extremely impressive during the buildup to the tournament. France can also call upon two-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert, and the team won six straight games before losing to Serbia in its final warm-up game.

Nevertheless, an unfavorable draw could work against the French as they may have to face Greece and Serbia in the knockout stage before potentially taking on the USA in the Final. Ultimately, France's starting lineup is among the best in the competition, although a lengthy run in China will depend on an unproven reserve unit.