For the Grizzlies, this year was different from last year's playoffs as they had home court advantage in the first round. The series would start in Memphis, saving them the trouble of traveling,
On game day, a large number of Memphis fans had gathered early outside the FedEx Forum.
Experiencing home court advantage for the first time since the team's inception, it was hard for the fans not to be excited.
Hansen had arrived more than an hour before the game to warm up. By the time he arrived, several thousand fans had already entered the venue.
He was in good form during the warmup, making most of his shots.
After finishing, he didn't go back to the locker room immediately but sat on the sidelines to rest.
Just then, a child's voice came from behind.
Turning around, he saw a young fan holding a jersey in the stands, asking for an autograph.
He got up and walked over with a smile.
