Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson wins NBA defensive player of the month
Ausar Thompson had nine assists, nine rebounds and seven points in the win against Minnesota.
The Detroit Pistons are one step closer to knowing their first-round playoff opponent.
The Charlotte Hornets won the first NBA play-in tournament game on Tuesday with a 127-126 victory in overtime against the Miami Heat.
The Hornets will face the winner of Wednesday’s game between the Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic.
The winner of that game will face the Pistons on Sunday night at Little Caesars Arena.
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