What happened: France selected Pauline Astier for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. She is among eight WNBA players called up for the tournament.
Why it matters: The selection puts Astier on a global stage during the WNBA regular season. It extends a national-team run that included the 2026 qualifying tournament.
By the numbers: Astier averaged 2.4 points, 2.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists across five qualifying games.
What to watch: France will begin World Cup play in Berlin on Sept. 4.