Gregg Popovich praised France's balance after their 89-79 win over Team USA in the quarterfinals of the FIBA World Cup.

"It's the best French team that I have seen because they play at both ends of the court. It's not just an offensive team that executes well. It's not just a couple of guys on their own. They play at the defensive end and are physical. Individually play well, defensively as a group: switching, weak side, rebounding. They fit together really well - all the parts fit, they're deep," said Popovich following the loss.

Popovich put the loss in perspective, adding that "any loss hurts and in this situation, it hurts more. But life goes on...we're all grown, we all have families and lives, and life will go on."

Team USA plays Serbia in the consolation bracket.