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Pistons' Ausar Thompson Says He's the 'Best Perimeter Defender' in NBA, Eyes DPOY
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Pistons mailbag: Is Ausar Thompson ready to take off?
Ausar Thompson has put together his best stretch of performances over the last eight games. But is it a sign that the Pistons' second-year forward is ready to take off?
Ausar Thompson: 'I want to be NBA Defensive Player of the Year'
NBA Communications: Dunn is replacing Philadelphia 76ers rookie Jared McCain. Black, Camara and Thompson are replacing NBA sophomores Dereck Lively II of the Dallas Mavericks, Brandon Miller of the Charlotte Hornets and Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs. -via Twitter / January 31, 2025
Q&A: Detroit's Ausar Thompson explains why he's the NBA's best perimeter defender
Detroit Pistons wing Ausar Thompson is having a breakout campaign, earning a spot in the Rising Stars Challenge at NBA All-Star Weekend. Thompson — who was the No. 5 overall pick by the Pistons in the 2023 NBA Draft selected just one spot after his twin brother Amen — has made significant strides during his second season in Detroit.
Ausar Thompson is becoming key to Pistons offense: ‘You’re seeing him blossom’
One of the most sought-after draft picks of 2023, Thompson’s integration into the Pistons lineup since Thanksgiving has been one of the driving forces behind the team’s upswing. He’s also been a boon for the team’s young core as they head into the All-Star break with a winning record for the first time in 16 seasons.
Pistons’ Ausar Thompson Sets Sights on Becoming NBA’s Best Defender
Second-year Pistons wing Ausar Thompson isn’t short on confidence when it comes to his defensive prowess. In a recent interview, the NBA rising star made his stance clear: he believes he’s already the best perimeter defender in the league — and he’s just getting started.
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Ausar Thompson makes bold proclamation but has one thing standing in his way
He’s also not short on confidence, as he revealed in a recent interview with “For the Win” of USA Today Sports when he ...
NBA Defensive Player of the Year odds: What does Victor Wembanyama's injury mean to the award race?
Victor Wembanyama was, until Thursday's news that he's expected to miss the rest of the season, a mortal lock to win ...
Victor Wembanyama injury history: Every ailment that has caused him to miss games in his career
San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama is expected to miss the rest of the season with deep vein thrombosis in right shoulder. Essentially, the Spurs disc ...
Amen Thompson credits his NBA development to being a ‘student of the game’
Amen Thompson is currently enjoying his second season in the NBA and recently had to honor to play in his first-ever All-Star ...
Victor Wembanyama diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis: What other athletes have had similar conditions?
On Thursday, the San Antonio Spurs announced star center Victor Wembanyama will be out for the rest of the regular season after being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. What ...
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Detroit Pistons' grades for All-Star weekend
Detroit had both Cade Cunningham and Ausar Thompson repping the Motor City, in the 3-point contest, All-Star game and Rising Stars game, respectively. So now that All-Star break is behind us, let’s ...
NBA’s Thompson twins completely baffle reporter Taylor Rooks in All-Star prank
The Thompson twins had NBA reporter Taylor Rooks confused in San Francisco for All Star Weekend, as they wouldn’t truly ...
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Amen Thompson Mocks Ausar Thompson For Messing Up Lob Attempt: "That's Why You Can't Trust No Piston"
Sibling rivalry is alive and well in the NBA, as Amen Thompson didn’t hold back in roasting his twin brother Ausar Thompson ...