Gonzaga guard Joel Ayayi exploded for 31 points, virtually single-handedly dragging France to a 86-81 victory over Greece. Meanwhile, Zag teammate and incoming freshman Filip Petrusev scored another casual 25 points as Serbia defeated Ukraine, 121-49.
With France trailing 70-65 in the fourth quarter, Ayayi scored nine straight points to give France a lead it would not relinquish for the rest of the game. Ayayi finished the game hitting 13-of-21 from the floor, including going 2-of-5 from three point range and picking up five steals.
This highlight reel provides an excellent look at Ayayi, highlighted by his speed and some nice looking mid-range jumpers.