Israeli 3X3 basketball team excluded from French tournament, citing ‘political conflicts’
Team Ramat Gan’s de-registration from Versailles organizers underscored the growing impact of politics on international sports and Olympic qualification
ISRAELI 3x3 basketball team, Team Ramat Gan, gears up for international competition, determined to earn Olympic qualifying points despite obstacles.(photo credit: Niv Konfino/Courtesy)ByJOANIE MARGULIES