Toumani Camara’s agent had already spoken to L’Avenir last July, explaining that the player’s arrival in the national team was “still very far away”. On Sunday, the person concerned above all confirmed his desire to represent Belgium. “It will happen, whatever happens, it’s just a matter of time. There’s a lot of talent on the team, and I can’t wait to see what we’ll be able to do as a team, as a country.”
NBA: Toumani Camara and Ajay Mitchell ready to make Belgian basketball shine in the NBA
Combining an NBA playing career with the international FIBA calendar is a problem for many players. In France, where the number of exports to the United States has exploded in recent years, the issue causes a lot of discussion every summer. The federation, the players and the representatives must work together to allow a fluid integration of the assets returned from North America into the core composed of elements evolving in Europe.
Camara, who does not hide his desire to raise the national banner high, also appreciates that Belgium exports, like its French neighbor. “All Belgian basketball players have always wanted to put Belgium on the map, and allow the country to progress.”
The Blazers winger welcomes the fact that a second Belgian, in the person of Ajay Mitchell, is joining the NBA. “He’s an exceptional guy, with a good head on his shoulders. He’s an excellent role model for children, and that’s a good thing for Belgian basketball.”
