Pistons forward Blake Griffin made his much-anticipated return to Los Angeles when Detroit took on the Clippers in the Staples Center on Saturday afternoon.
As Griffin was about to head into the locker room after an early warm up, Clippers owner Steve Ballmer was waiting for the five-time NBA All-Star on the sidelines. Ballmer extended his hand for a handshake, but Griffin ignored his attempt and instead seemingly sprinted off the court.
Ballmer reportedly yelled “Blake! Blake!” with his hand out as Griffin made his way toward the locker room.
Griffin did acknowledge the Staples Center crowd following a tribute video streamed on the arena's jumbotron during an early first quarter timeout.