DETROIT – Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson left Game 5 of the team’s first-round playoff series against the Orlando Magic after suffering an injury Wednesday night.
Thompson rolled his ankle in the third quarter at Little Caesars Arena as Detroit faced elimination, trailing 3-1 in the series entering the game.
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The third-year player, known for his defense, had four points before exiting.
He was seen receiving treatment on the sideline and returned late in the quarter to make his presence felt, grabbing steals, rebounds, and assists to help Detroit keep its lead, taking an 89-79 lead into the fourth quarter.
Speaking of the fourth quarter, Thompson took the first possession to the hole for a reverse layup to add to his stat line of six points, 13 rebounds, six assists and four steals in the game.