Blake Griffin Signs Massive 1-Year Deal with Boston Celtics
Deal Marks Significant Pay Cut for Former All-Star
$29 Million Contract a Far Cry from Griffin's Previous Earnings
In a stunning turn of events, Blake Griffin has agreed to a 1-year, $29,058,51 contract with the Boston Celtics. The deal, which includes $29,058,51 guaranteed, represents a significant pay cut for the former All-Star forward.
Griffin, who has been plagued by injuries in recent seasons, has previously earned over $192 million through NBA contracts. His last contract with the Brooklyn Nets was for $36 million over two years.
The move to the Celtics comes after Detroit was granted a $9,258 million Disabled Player Exception due to Griffin's projected season-ending injury. This effectively clears him from Detroit's salary cap for the 2022-23 season.
The Celtics, who are hoping to contend for a championship this season, see Griffin as a potential contributor off the bench. The team has been short on depth in the frontcourt, and Griffin's experience and versatility could be valuable.
Griffin's signing highlights the changing landscape of the NBA. Players are increasingly willing to take pay cuts to join contenders, and teams are becoming more strategic in their roster construction.
The 2022-23 NBA season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent memory. With several teams making significant moves, the Celtics will need to perform at their best to reach their championship aspirations.
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