The tip-off is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. local time at Bercy Arena in Paris. In the United States, fans can stream the game via Courtside 1891, a DAZN-powered service that carries FIBA World Cup qualifying action. NBA.com lists Courtside 1891 as the streaming option for the August qualifying window.
This matchup stands out for Spurs supporters because the game carries real significance in the World Cup qualifying process, unlike recent exhibitions. France sits atop Group L with a 5-1 record as the competition moves into the second round, with results counting toward the World Cup in Qatar next year.
How to watch France vs. Slovenia
– Game: France vs. Slovenia
– Date: Thursday, August 27
– Time: 2:30 p.m. local time (Paris)
– Venue: Bercy Arena, Paris
– U.S. stream: Courtside 1891 via DAZN
Courtside 1891 is FIBA’s streaming service and is available through DAZN. The streaming option for the 2027 World Cup qualifying window can be accessed via NBA.com, which directs viewers to Courtside 1891 powered by DAZN.
France’s captaincy and recent results
At 22 years old, Victor Wembanyama has been named captain of the French national team for this international window. He described the role as centered on leading by example, providing leadership, and focusing on preparation.
Thursday marks his first official World Cup qualifying game in the captaincy role. France used two warm-up games against Serbia to prepare for the window, splitting a pair of close matchups. Serbia won the first meeting 90-87 in Belgrade, while France answered with a 91-90 victory in Orléans on August 23. In that rematch, Wembanyama scored 18 points and recorded two blocks, helping France build a 54-35 halftime lead before Serbia rallied. Sylvain Francisco led France with 20 points, and Jaylen Hoard delivered a game-winning layup at the buzzer.
France’s leadership and Wembanyama’s growing role have been the subject of analysis, highlighting how the young star is evolving as a pivotal figure for the national team.
France-Slovenia without a Doncic clash, but still significant
Slovenia’s roster for this game does not include Luka Dončić. The team’s 12-man squad features players such as Klemen Prepelic, Aleksej Nikolic, Gregor Hrovat, and Ziga Samar. France’s list includes Wembanyama, Rudy Gobert, Evan Fournier, Maxime Raynaud, and Francisco, among others.
With France holding a 5-1 record and Slovenia at 3-3 in Group L, the second round presents a tightly contested path toward the 12 available European berths for the World Cup. Twenty-four European teams remain in contention for a spot, to be determined across the remaining qualifying windows.
Looking ahead
For Wembanyama, Thursday’s game marks a transition from high-profile exhibition matchups to more consequential international play. The next opportunity comes quickly as France travels to face Sweden on August 30, offering Spurs fans another chance to see Wembanyama in competitive action before returning focus to the NBA season with San Antonio.
Note: Descriptions reflect the latest available scheduling and roster information for the August qualifying window.
