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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Details How the Thunder Restricted Dillon Brooks in Big Game-1 Win

Shai said Brooks, who scored 18 points in Suns' 119-84 game 1 loss, was always going to impact the game in some way and his team had to be ready. "They have things that they're really good at and things they''re not so comfortable doing," SGA said. He and the Thunder focused on making Brooks as uncomfortable as possible.

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Victor Wembanyama Details 4th Quarter Discussion That Allowed His Teammates to Calm Down

With his Spurs teammates getting frustrated at refs, Wembanyama pulled aside his guys to discuss tactics, helping diffuse the situation. "I was just seeing that we had a few extra seconds to discuss about the tactics," Wemby explained. He added that since it was Spurs ball, he didn't want to come out of the timeout clueless about the next play.

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A'ja Wilson Sings NaLyssa Smith's Praises After Day 1 of Training Camp

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Victor Wembanyama Felt Comfort at Spurs Legends Being Present to Watch His Playoff Debut

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Victor Wembanyama Felt Comfort at Spurs Legends Being Present to Watch His Playoff Debut

Despite legends like David Robinson and Tim Duncan being present, Wembanyama felt no pressure. "I would say, I feel safe. Feels like if you trip, you know there's a lot of hands that are ready to catch you," Wemby admitted. Luckily, there was no need for that as Wembanyama led the Spurs to a 111-98 win, dropping 35 points.

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