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Damian Lillard recovered from playoffs loss, plans to stick around Portland

After the birth of his son, Damian Lillard changed. Angry fans blame the new fatherhood lifestyle for distracting him during the playoffs. But in his exit interview, Lillard only discusses the positive changes from Dame Jr.

Normally upset long after a loss, he explains his son’s ability to calm him down. The most recent and extreme example resulted from the Game 4 loss to New Orleans. He went home and spent time with his son watching TV. By the exit interview, Lillard was ready to move on and prepare for the coming season.

Additionally, the Blazers point guard plans to spend most of his summer in Portland.