I really like made it a point to take care of my body.” I think I could have like maybe changed things here and there. For a player that is only 34, that is a substantial injury history. Riddled by injuries, the big man has dealt with a multitude of concerns, including a broken kneecap, meniscus tear, stress fractures, a broken right hand, toe and back pain, multiple knee injuries, a sprained left MCL, ankle, and hamstring injuries. Poised to win an NBA championship, Griffin’s dreams of holding the Larry O’Brien trophy fell short last season. Once known for his absurd dunks, especially in the Lob City days, Griffin once stated he felt ‘ancient’ compared to the young players in the league. I’ve had nine surgeries, one bigger one my rookie year on my left knee, and since then, my knees have just been scoped for the most part.” said Griffin. “After this season, like it takes a little bit longer to recover. With training camp due to start in four weeks, the former Celtic made remarks on injuries, and the possible impact last year had on his body.
Throughout his illustrious career, Griffin has had unfortunate mishaps with knee injuries. “He’d go sit and have a conversation with like whoever.” The big man opens up about injuries and longevity in the NBAĪlthough only 34 years old, Griffin was drafted at 20 years old in 2009 by the Los Angeles Clippers. “A guy like Jayson Tatum, a legit superstar, so humble, talks to everyone on the team, talks to the whole staff,” said Griffin. The NBA veteran also had some meaningful words about star Jayson Tatum. The players on that team are just like such a great group of guys - everyone’s all different.” “The fans are incredible, having a team that is so championship focused, they do everything. Living in, playing in Boston, was like, one of the best experiences,” Griffin told Rappoport. In a recent episode on Fore Play Golf, Griffin elaborates on the Celtics, especially Jayson Tatum. In a recent one-on-one interview with Dan Rappoport of Barstool Sports, Griffin opened up about his brief time in Beantown, and his experience on and off the court. Blake Griffin describes time with Celtics as ‘unbelievable’ Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images But according to Himmelsbach, the reunion seems “unlikely,” as Griffin considers his future this summer. With the Celtics thin in the frontcourt, Boston would “likely welcome a return by veteran big man Blake Griffin, who played well last year, and was a strong locker room presence” wrote Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe. A six-time NBA All-Star, the former Slam Dunk contest champion was well respected by C’s fans and teammates, regardless of his limited time on the court. 91 played 41 games in which he averaged 4.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists.
What more do people want,” Jaylen Brown said.After 15 seasons in the NBA and possibly his last with the Boston Celtics, forward Blake Griffin is contemplating his future in the league. We’ve dominated for the most part of the season. I guess you look at the criteria, and I think I more than meet it. I’ve played nothing but winning basketball, helped lead my team and I’m in the 10 in scoring and I’m efficient. This is the second-best team in the league. Jaylen Brown Believes He Deserves All-NBAĭuring a recent interview with Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe, Boston Celtics All-Star wing Jaylen Brown detailed why he believes he should make an All-NBA team this year. Griffin, 34, has participated in 41 games for the Celtics this season, averaging 4.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game while shooting 48.5% from the field and 34.8% from deep. Prediction: Griffin signs with the Phoenix Suns.” Still, with his basketball IQ and offensive skills, he has a chance to latch on somewhere. He’s also easy to exploit on the defensive end, particularly on the perimeter. He had 42 shots at the rim this season only eight of them were dunks. “He turned 34 in March and has lost nearly all of his explosion to time. “The full-strength Celtics won’t need him, though, and it’s fair to wonder whether any NBA team will,” Buckley wrote. Celtics on NBC Sports Boston April 9, 2023
"We can't wait for the playoffs & we're going to need you guys to make this run."īlake Griffin addresses the crowd at TD Garden before the final regular season game!
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