Griffin Signs 1-Year Contract with Boston Celtics
$2.9 Million Guaranteed for Former All-Star
Deal Adds Depth to Celtics' Frontcourt
Boston, MA - Blake Griffin has inked a 1-year contract with the Boston Celtics, worth $2.9 million guaranteed. The deal brings the veteran forward to a contending team in search of frontcourt depth.
Griffin, a 3-time All-Star and 6-time Olympian, has played for the Los Angeles Clippers, Detroit Pistons, Brooklyn Nets, and Miami Heat throughout his 13-year NBA career. Despite a recent decline in production, he remains a valuable asset with his size, athleticism, and rebounding prowess.
The Celtics, who are currently among the top teams in the Eastern Conference, needed an experienced big man to replace the departed Daniel Theis. Griffin, who has averaged 18.6 points and 8.1 rebounds per game over his career, is expected to provide a boost off the bench.
Griffin's contract also includes an $860,000 trade kicker, potentially making it more costly for the Celtics to move him in the future. However, the team is hopeful that he can contribute to their title aspirations this season.
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