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🇫🇷French scouting service • Scouting reports and analysis of the top french prospects worldwide

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New Series Coming!
We’re highlighting the top French talent every week with our Top Performers series, covering players at every stage of development:

🇫🇷 U21 French League
🇫🇷 INSEP Standouts in NM1
🇫🇷 Pro Level Performers
🇺🇸 French Prospects in JUCO & NCAA

Each week, we’ll feature the Top 3 performers in every category.
Our mission: provide real exposure to French players—from youth to pro, in France and abroad.
Stay tuned. 🔍✨
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FREDY-SALAM SYLLA | SOUTHERN INDIANA 🇫🇷
6’7” (2.01 m) | Guard/Forward | Junior
at IU Indianapolis | L 70–74.

16 PTS • 15 REB • 1 AST • 2 STL | 7/12 FG • 2/4 FT | 33 MIN

Sylla’s biggest impact came on the offensive glass. Seven of his 15 rebounds were offensive, giving Southern Indiana extra possessions in a four-point game. He also shot 58% from the field and added two steals.

Areas to monitor : Ball security and free-throw conversion. He finished with four turnovers and went 2-for-4 at the line.

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ROMAN DOMON | MURRAY STATE 🇫🇷

6’9” (2.06 m) | Guard/Forward | Sophomore

vs. Alcorn State | W 94–57

29 PTS • 5 REB • 5 AST • 1 STL • 1 BLK | 9/14 FG • 2/6 3PT • 9/10 FT | 28 MIN

Domon tied his career-high with 29 points in a dominant offensive performance. He scored 20 points in the first half, shooting 64.3% from the field and consistently putting pressure on the defense. He also contributed as a playmaker, adding five assists alongside five rebounds.

Areas to monitor: Ball security. He committed four turnovers, an area to improve against more physical and disciplined defenses. Three-point consistency (2/6) will also be worth monitoring.

Takeaway: High-level scoring efficiency and an ability to impact the game in multiple ways. The combination of scoring, playmaking and size makes him an intriguing perimeter prospect. The next test is translating this production against stronger opposition.

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🇫🇷 NOAH MARCHAND | CHORALE DE ROANNE
200 CM | GUARD/WING | 2007

🏀 Espoirs Élite 1 🇫🇷

vs. Saint-Quentin | November 7, 2026
Roanne wins 114–89

🔥 27 PTS • 4 REB • 4 AST • 31 EVAL
🎯 5/9 FROM THREE (55.6%) • 6/6 FT
🔒 3 STL • 2 BLK

Noah Marchand knocked down five threes against Saint-Quentin, showing good touch on catch-and-shoot looks from beyond the arc.

At 200 cm, Marchand uses his size well with his back to the basket. He showed a few effective post moves to create scoring chances for himself and found open teammates when the defense shifted toward him.

He finished with four assists and just one turnover in 30 minutes, adding three steals and two blocks on the defensive end.

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THOMAS BASSONG | MISSISSIPPI STATE 🇫🇷
6’8” (2.03 m) | Forward | Sophomore
vs. Jackson State | W 98–57

10 PTS • 8 REB • 2 AST • 2 STL | 5/6 FG • 0/1 FT | 21 MIN

Bassong finished two rebounds shy of a double-double in 21 minutes. He went 5-for-6 inside the arc, grabbed two offensive boards and added two steals without committing a foul.

Areas to monitor : Free-throw consistency. He missed his only attempt and shot 54.4% from the line as a freshman at Florida State.

Takeaway : Efficient scoring and activity on the glass. The next test is carrying that production into a tighter game.

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🇫🇷 BENJAMIN GODIN | ÉLAN CHALON
181 CM | PG | 2009

🏀 Espoirs Élite 1 🇫🇷

vs. Nanterre | November 7, 2026

🔥 27 PTS • 5 REB • 5 AST • 27 EVAL
🎯 6/11 FROM THREE (54.5%)

Another outstanding offensive performance from Benjamin Godin, who knocked down 6 three-pointers against Nanterre.

A highly skilled scoring guard with excellent shooting ability and the versatility to score in multiple situations.

Showcased his ability to knock down shots off the catch, off the dribble and coming off screens. Also demonstrated his effectiveness in pick-and-roll situations, creating scoring opportunities for himself while being able to find open teammates.

His shooting touch, confidence and ability to create his own shot make him a dangerous offensive threat.

Beyond his scoring ability, Godin displayed good court vision and the ability to contribute to his team’s ball movement.

Takeaway: A talented 2009-born guard with impressive scoring versatility and legitimate perimeter shooting ability. His capacity to score from multiple situations, combined with his playmaking skills, makes him an intriguing young prospect to monitor.

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AMAËL L’ÉTANG | DAYTON 🇫🇷
7’1” (2.16 m) | Forward | Junior
vs. Northern Illinois | L 76–81 (OT)

16 PTS • 6 REB • 2 AST • 2 STL • 1 BLK | 5/6 FG • 6/10 FT | 27 MIN

L’Étang gave Dayton efficient scoring in an overtime loss. He needed just six field-goal attempts to score 16, got to the line for 10 free throws and added two steals and a block.

Areas to monitor: Free-throw conversion. He left four points at the line in a game that went to overtime.

Takeaway: His ability to draw fouls stood out as much as his finishing. Converting more of those trips would make that pressure even more valuable.

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TIMÉO PONS | ABILENE CHRISTIAN 🇫🇷
6’8” (2.02 m, per FIBA) | Guard | Sophomore
vs. Lamar | W 83–81

15 PTS • 8 REB • 0 AST • 2 STL • 1 BLK | 4/8 FG • 2/3 3PT • 5/5 FT | 26 MIN

Pons made an impact on both ends in a two-point win. He hit two threes, converted all five free throws and grabbed two offensive rebounds. His two steals and a block rounded out an active defensive night.

Areas to monitor: Ball security. He committed five turnovers in 26 minutes.

Takeaway: Efficient scoring and strong rebounding from a 6’8” guard, with ball security the main area to clean up.

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EVAN BOISDUR | ABILENE CHRISTIAN 🇫🇷
6’1” (1.85 m) | Guard | Sophomore
vs. Lamar | W 83–81

17 PTS • 2 REB • 7 AST • 1 STL • 0 TO | 7/12 FG • 3/5 3PT | 30 MIN

Boisdur balanced scoring and playmaking in a two-point win. He shot 4/7 inside the arc, hit three triples and led Abilene Christian with seven assists without a turnover.

Areas to monitor: He didn’t attempt a free throw. Drawing fouls would give him another way to score when his outside shot isn’t falling.

Takeaway: Efficient scoring at two levels and clean decision-making in a close game.

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🇫🇷🔥 SCOUTING LAB — KYLIAN MPETE CONTINUES TO SCORE

Kylian Mpete | 6’6” Guard/Wing | 2006 | CityX Mons-Hainaut 🇧🇪

Another big offensive performance from the French prospect in the BNXT League.

🏀 vs ZZ Leiden 🇳🇱

🔥 22 PTS
🎯 5 AST
💪 4 REB

Mpete finished as Mons’ leading scorer, combining his scoring production with 5 assists.

📊 2026–27 BNXT LEAGUE SEASON

🔥 19.0 PPG
💪 4.5 RPG
🎯 2.3 APG
🔒 1.5 SPG
⏱️ 31.1 MPG

🎯 43.3% FG
🎯 50.0% 2PT
🎯 32.4% 3PT

At 6’6”, Mpete has taken on significant offensive responsibility this season, showing his ability to attack downhill, create offense and score at the professional level.

🔥 22 PTS + 5 AST vs LEIDEN
🔥 19.0 PPG THIS SEASON

SIZE. SCORING. CREATION. 👀📈

🇫🇷 SCOUTING LAB — KYLIAN MPETE

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🇫🇷🔥 SCOUTING LAB — MARC-OWEN FODZO DADA vs PAU

Marc-Owen Fodzo Dada | 6’3” PG/SG | 2006 | ASVEL 🇫🇷

Another productive Betclic ÉLITE performance from the 19-year-old French combo guard.

🏀 vs Pau-Lacq-Orthez

🔥 11 PTS
🎯 3 AST
🔒 2 STL
💪 1 REB
⏱️ 22:06 MIN
📈 10 EFF

🎯 4/7 2PT — 57.1%
🎯 0/1 3PT
🎯 3/4 FT — 75%

Fodzo Dada continued to show his ability to get downhill and put pressure on the paint, while also contributing as a playmaker and at the point of attack defensively.

The 2 steals highlighted his activity on the defensive end, where his length and ability to pressure the ball remain important parts of his profile.

✅ ASVEL 106–97 PAU

📈 LAST TWO BETCLIC ÉLITE GAMES

vs Saint-Quentin: 13 PTS | 5/6 2PT
vs Pau: 11 PTS | 3 AST | 2 STL

🔥 24 POINTS OVER HIS LAST TWO LEAGUE GAMES

DOWNHILL PRESSURE. ACTIVE HANDS. TWO-WAY IMPACT. 👀📈

🇫🇷 SCOUTING LAB — MARC-OWEN FODZO DADA

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🇫🇷 ANTONIN DIETZ-HILL | SLUC NANCY
6’9” | SF | 2008

🏀 Espoirs Élite 1 🇫🇷

vs. Limoges | November 7, 2026

🔥 27 PTS • 2 AST • 27 EVAL
🎯 6 MADE THREE-POINTERS!

Another impressive offensive performance from Antonin Dietz-Hill, who knocked down 6 three-pointers against Limoges.

Showcased his shooting ability from beyond the arc, displaying confidence, range and a smooth shooting touch.

At 6’9”, his ability to stretch the floor makes him an intriguing prospect at the wing position.

Also demonstrated his offensive versatility and ability to contribute to his team’s ball movement.

Takeaway: A promising 2008-born wing with legitimate perimeter shooting potential. His combination of size and three-point shooting ability makes him an interesting prospect to monitor.

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🇫🇷 SAMUEL BRINGER | PARIS BASKETBALL
6’8”| 2006
Espoirs Élite 1 🇫🇷
vs. Cholet Basket | W 89–82

🔥 21 PTS • 8 REB • 1 AST • 4 STL | 26 EVAL | 32 MIN
🎯 3/5 3PT (60%)

Strong performance from Samuel Bringer, who showcased his offensive versatility, basketball IQ and ability to impact the game through intelligent positioning.

Offensively, Bringer demonstrated a good understanding of spacing, consistently finding the right spots on the floor to make himself available for his teammates.

One of his most interesting qualities is his ability to stretch the floor with his outside shooting. His three-point threat forces defenders to respect him beyond the arc, creating additional space for his teammates to attack the basket.

His ability to read the game, identify open spaces and position himself effectively makes him an interesting offensive option, particularly in modern basketball systems that emphasize spacing and ball movement.

Defensively, his four steals highlighted his awareness and ability to anticipate passing lanes. His eight rebounds also demonstrated his contribution on the boards.

Areas to monitor: Continued development of his physical presence, defensive versatility and consistency as an outside shooter will be important as he progresses toward higher levels of competition.

Takeaway: An intriguing modern big man with good positional awareness, a solid understanding of spacing and the ability to stretch defenses. His combination of basketball IQ and perimeter shooting potential makes him a prospect worth monitoring.

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JAPHET MOUPADELE | YOUNGSTOWN STATE 🇫🇷

6’8” | Forward | Sophomore

vs. Ohio State | L 65–89

16 PTS • 3 REB • 0 AST | 7/14 FG • 0/4 3PT • 2/3 FT | 22 MIN

Productive scoring performance from Moupadele, who led Youngstown State with 16 points in just 22 minutes. Showed good efficiency inside the arc, converting 7 of his 10 two-point attempts. Made an impact offensively coming off the bench against high-major opposition.

Areas to monitor: 0/4 from three-point range highlights an area for improvement. Also recorded three turnovers and finished without an assist, leaving room to improve his playmaking and ball security.

Takeaway: An encouraging scoring performance against Big Ten competition. Moupadele showed his ability to generate offense efficiently, with consistency and perimeter shooting remaining key areas to develop.

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🇫🇷🔥 SCOUTING LAB — JAHEL TRÈFLE BOUNCES BACK

Jahel Trèfle | 6’9” C/F | 2007 | Gravelines-Dunkerque 🇫🇷

Strong performance from the 18-year-old French big on the road against Boulazac.

🏀 Betclic ÉLITE — vs Boulazac

🔥 12 PTS
💪 6 REB
📈 16 EVAL

Trèfle was Gravelines’ leading rebounder and once again provided efficient production around the basket.

The 6’9” big continues to show his potential as a rim runner and lob threat, using his mobility, athleticism and length to put pressure on the rim.

After a quieter outing against Roanne, this was a positive response with 12 points and 6 rebounds against Boulazac.

🔥 12 PTS | 6 REB | 16 EVAL

Still only 18 years old and continuing to earn meaningful minutes at the senior level.

RIM RUNNER. LOB THREAT. MOBILE BIG. 👀📈

🇫🇷 SCOUTING LAB — JAHEL TRÈFLE

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🇫🇷 SAMI BAME | LE MANS MSB
6’10"| Forward | 2008
Espoirs Élite 1 🇫🇷
vs. Pau-Lacq-Orthez | W 93–76

🔥 24 PTS • 8 REB • 1 AST • 5 STL • 1 BLK | 27 EVAL | 26 MIN

Strong all-around performance from Sami Bame, who showcased impressive aggressiveness on both ends of the floor.

Offensively, Bame demonstrated his ability to attack the basket, put pressure on the defense and finish with confidence. He also showed encouraging signs of developing his outside shooting ability, adding another dimension to his offensive game.

Defensively, his five steals highlighted his activity, anticipation and defensive instincts. His eight rebounds further demonstrated his impact beyond scoring.

Areas to monitor: Physical development should be a major priority moving forward. Adding muscle mass and overall strength will be essential to handle the physical demands of higher-level competition, particularly when facing stronger and more experienced forwards.

Takeaway: An aggressive and productive young forward with intriguing two-way potential. Continued physical development, combined with his improving perimeter shooting, could significantly raise his ceiling as a prospect.

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PETAR MAJSTOROVIC | PEPPERDINE 🇫🇷
6’8” (2.03 m) | Forward | Junior
vs. La Sierra | W 106–66

21 PTS • 3 REB • 3 AST | 9/10 FG • 1/1 3PT • 2/2 FT | 20 MIN

Highly efficient scoring performance from Majstorovic, who needed just 10 shots to produce 21 points. Converted eight of his nine attempts inside the arc, made his only three-pointer and went perfect at the line. Added three assists without a turnover, alongside one steal and one block.

Areas to monitor: Three rebounds in 20 minutes leave room for greater production on the glass. The opposition also matters: La Sierra competes in the NAIA, making stronger opponents a better test of his scoring efficiency.

Takeaway: An efficient offensive outing with excellent ball security and useful contributions beyond scoring.

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PAUL DJOBET | TEXAS STATE 🇫🇷
6’7” (2.01 m) | Forward | Senior
vs. Howard Payne | W 135–66

21 PTS • 6 REB • 5 AST | 7/10 FG • 2/5 3PT • 5/5 FT | 23 MIN

Efficient all-around production from Djobet, who scored 21 points on just 10 shots. Combined perimeter shooting with a perfect night at the free-throw line, while contributing six rebounds and five assists against only one turnover. Added one steal and one block to round out a productive 23 minutes.

Areas to monitor: The level of opposition Howard Payne competes in Division III limits how much can be drawn from this performance. Maintaining that efficiency against Division I opponents is the next test.

Takeaway: A productive outing built on efficient scoring, rebounding and passing with few wasted possessions.

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MOHAMED DIAKITÉ | EAST TEXAS A&M 🇫🇷
6’9” (2.06 m) | Forward | Freshman
vs. Rice | W 72–71

23 PTS • 6 REB • 3 AST • 3 BLK • 2 STL | 9/17 FG • 3/7 3PT • 2/2 FT | 34 MIN

Strong all-around production from Diakité, who combined efficient scoring with contributions across the stat sheet. Knocked down three triples, including a key late three-pointer that extended the lead to five. Added six rebounds, three assists and five combined steals and blocks in a one-point road win.

Areas to monitor: Two turnovers. Sustaining this shooting efficiency and defensive production against stronger opposition will be worth tracking.

Takeaway: A complete statistical performance built on efficient scoring, perimeter shooting and defensive activity.

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🇫🇷 ANTONIN DIETZ-HILL | SLUC NANCY
6’6” | SF | 2008
🏀 Espoirs Élite 1 🇫🇷

vs. Dijon | L 64-86

23 PTS • 3 REB • 2 AST • 1 STL
18 EVAL

Showed promising three-point shooting potential, displaying confidence and a solid shooting touch from beyond the arc.

Demonstrated good court vision and the ability to deliver accurate passes out of pick-and-roll situations, creating opportunities for his teammates.

A skilled offensive player who can stretch the floor while contributing to the team’s ball movement.

Takeaway: A promising wing with good shooting potential, solid pick-and-roll reads and the ability to create opportunities for his teammates.