Get to know rising French basketball star Dominique Malonga in this exclusive Courtside Club interview, where she opens up about her journey from France to the WNBA, her Olympic experience, and what drives her on and off the court. Dominique shares how she’s preparing to make the leap to the W, who she’s most excited to face, and what it was like playing alongside Marine Johannès on the international stage.
We dive into her comparisons to Victor Wembanyama, her first-hand experience meeting Nikola Jokić at the Olympics, and the moment she spotted LeBron James in the crowd. Dominique also breaks down her own game, analyzing her highlights, showcasing her elite court vision, and reflecting on the skills that make her one of the most exciting young players in the world.
Hear the inside story of how Tony Parker personally recruited her, her goals in the French league, and how buzzer beaters and big moments fuel her fire!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Bienvenue à Courtside Club!
01:37 How Dominique is preparing for the WNBA
02:45 Who is Dominique excited to play against in the W?
03:40 The journey from France to WNBA
05:40 Playing with Marine Johannes at the Olympics
06:50 Victor Wembanyama comparisons
09:21 Olympic experience, meeting Nikola Jokic
11:00 Breaking down Dominique Malonga highlights
14:45 Dominique's court vision
16:47 How Tony Parker recruited Dominique
21:37 Goals in French league
23:43 Seeing LeBron at Olympics!?
24:25 Buzzer Beaters
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