Former NBA All-Star Blake Griffin’s tenure with the Pistons appears to be heading towards an abrupt end. On Monday, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski revealed that the two sides are working on parting ways prior to next month’s trade deadline. Griffin’s diminishing output and lofty salary could result in a complicated, yet possible, buyout.
If Griffin does hit the buyout market, the Trail Blazers should be at the top of the list of potential suitors. Circling back to Griffin would fit a pattern that President of Basketball Operations Neil Olshey has adopted in recent years. Seriously, outside of hitting on second-round talent and bidding against himself when re-signing role players, pursuing former frontcourt targets has become Olshey’s signature move.