Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson recently reflected on his rookie season and discussed his focus on improving his shooting and scoring abilities for next year. According to Thompson, he was pleased with his ability to touch the paint, pass the ball, finish at the rim, play defense, and stop the opposing team’s best player. However,…
During the Detroit Pistons’ tough season, rookie Ausar Thompson opened up about his battle with a blood clot. Thompson openly spoke about his experience during the end of season press conference, admitting that he noticed something was wrong before being diagnosed. “I just didn’t feel right,” the rookie explained, recounting his initial symptoms. “The doctors…
The Detroit Pistons announced through a team press release that they will be without their starting forwards for the rest of the season. Ausar Thompson, their lottery pick, is undergoing treatment for a blood clot. Although he has been given the green light to restart conditioning, he will only begin non-contact basketball activities after the…
Detroit Pistons rookie Ausar Thompson talked about his recent improved three-point shooting following Friday’s 110-100 home loss vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers (15 points/7 rebounds/3 assists/5 steals/2 blocks/6-11 FG/2-3 3-PT/1-2 FT/+1 +/-). (via Bally Sports Detroit): Reporter: “Two of three for you from three tonight, shooting with confidence. There was even a couple where I saw…
New Detroit Piston Simone Fontecchio spoke very highly of rookie Ausar Thompson’s phenomenal defense after Saturday’s 112-109 home loss vs. the Orlando Magic. (via Bally Sports Detroit): Johnny Kane: “One of the rookies on this team, Ausar Thompson, is establishing his identity as a lockdown defender. What did you notice about the way he was able…
New Detroit Pistons center Mike Muscala applauded what he’s seen out of rookie Ausar Thompson so far after yesterday’s 141-135 home loss vs. the Milwaukee Bucks (22 points/9 rebounds/1 assist/1 block/10-15 FG/2-2 3-PT/+6 +/-). (via Bally Sports Detroit): “He’s a great athlete. He shot it well tonight, his shot looked good, and he had some…
