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Knicks play French national anthem before Sunday's game vs. Pelicans
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Nov. 15, 2015 12:29 p.m. ET
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NEW YORK -- The Knicks hosted the Pelicans in a matinee contest at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, and before it got started, they showed their support for those affected by Friday's attacks in Paris.
A moment of silence was held, and then a recording of the French national anthem was played before the customary live performance of The Star Spangled Banner.
Each team has a player from France on its roster. Alexis Ajinca of New Orleans has been wearing "Pray for Paris" written on his sneakers:
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Alexis Ajinca's sneakers #PrayforParis pic.twitter.com/gInVFJlZOy
— Pelicans Nation (@_PelicansNation) November 14, 2015
And New York's Kevin Seraphin showed his support with a fresh haircut:
French native @kevin_seraphin showing support after the tragedy in Paris. pic.twitter.com/9Q00mdP0WA
— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) November 15, 2015
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