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Ausar Thompson Isn't Nervous Following Game 1 Loss To Orlando

The number one-seeded Pistons led for 0 seconds vs the 8th seeded Magic, losing 112-101. This loss isn't all too deflating for Ausar however who had 8 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 steals. "No matter what seed I am I'm trying to win a championship. No nerves on my end," said the Defensive Player of the Year finalist.

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Tracy McGrady Believes Detroit Can Be In Trouble Vs The Magic

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Scoot Henderson Believes Blazers Should Defend Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs More Aggressively

Despite losing game 1 vs. Spurs 111-98, Henderson thinks the Blazers just need to be more aggressive defensively. "We can stop some of those (runs) for sure with (Wemby) on the floor, without him on the floor. We just gotta be more aggressive," Henderson asserted. He believes the Spurs, a well-oiled machine, playing at home factored in the loss.

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Victor Wembanyama Excited by Playoff Atmosphere at Home, Happy Fans Embraced Fiesta Shirts

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Victor Wembanyama Excited by Playoff Atmosphere at Home, Happy Fans Embraced Fiesta Shirts

Wembanyama was ecstatic over the outpouring of support from Spurs fans at the Frost Bank Center. He was happy to see fans embrace the fiesta themed t-shirts. "It's great to see these many people were the shirts," Wemby said. "Absolutely wear your shirt if you're coming to the game." He also enjoyed the animation telling fans to wear the shirts.

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