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Damian Lillard on ‘Special’ Chance to Play in Oakland During WCF

Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard holds a close connection to his hometown of Oakland, California. For example, he hosts an annual picnic in East Oakland to give back to the youth in the area. Now, Lillard has the chance to play in the Western Conference Finals against the Golden State Warriors in front of many friends and family:

"A lot of the people I grew up with...a lot of my friends are fans of this team."

Dame speaks on being from Oakland, growing up a Warriors fan and now playing against them in the WCF!