Goorjian's Boomers complete Olympics preparation with win over France
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NBL.com.au
21 Jul
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A Dyson Daniels last-second game-winner has given the Australian Boomers, coached by Sydney Kings' Brian Goorjain, the perfect finish to their Olympic preparations, defeating France 83-82.
Daniels' reverse lay-up led the Boomers to their third straight win, after victories over Puerto Rico and Serbia in the past week, as well as an encouraging performance against Team USA.
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Dyson Daniels wins it for the Boomers over France.
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Patty Mills was again Australia's leading scorer, with 24 on the night, while Josh Giddey continued his strong run of form, with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Daniels finished with 14 points.
NBL star Will Magnay was influential, finishing with 10 points in 16 minutes of action.
The Boomers - also featuring Kings' physio David Hillard on their staff - trailed by six points at half-time, but rallied in the third quarter, outscoring France 19-13, before an exciting finish in enemy territory.
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Victor Wembanyama played a dominant role for his team, with 17 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists, but the Australians took the ultimate honours leading into Paris.
The Boomers' Olympic tournament tips off on July 27 against Spain.

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