Parker says 'strange' that France is favourite for Euro-2015 NBA and French international basketball star Tony Parker says it is 'strange' that France, reigning European champions, now are favourites for the Euro-2015 championships that open at the weekend, having been underdogs for so long. He also said that the home team has not won the event in over 20 years, but that the French team is well-prepared to defend its title. Images and soundbites.