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The Brooklyn Nets are just one game back from being in first place in the Eastern Conference. They’re currently making their final push for home-court advantage, as they only have 17 games left on the schedule. The roster is absolutely loaded, and they have Steve Nash and Mike D’Antoni drawing up plays. However, according to […]

The Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers will do battle Wednesday night in a matchup between the top two teams in the Eastern Conference. But this marquee showdown has lost some luster with the Nets going through a bit of a rotation shakeup due to injuries and injury management. Kyrie Irving is making his return to […]

Brooklyn Nets star Blake Griffin just turned back the clock on Montrezl Harrell of the Los Angeles Lakers. The six-time All-Star elevated to meet Harrell at the rim and it resulted in a pretty epic block from the Nets man. Here’s Griffin throwing it back to his days with the Lob City Clippers (h/t Nets […]

Kevin Durant returned to the Brooklyn Nets lineup after missing almost two months of games because of injuries, and it didn’t take long before the “Slim Reaper” found his form. The All-World forward came off the bench against the New Orleans Pelicans, and it only took him 19 minutes to rack up 17 points, seven […]

If there was one criticism on Brooklyn Nets forward Blake Griffin before he suited up for the Nets, it’s that he can’t dunk anymore. But that has all been put aside now after Griffin has proven he still has bounce and can bring the crowd on their feet. The former All-Star did that once again […]

Blake Griffin and LaMarcus Aldridge haven’t been on the Brooklyn Nets together for long, but they could be utilized in the lineup together soon. While informing the media that Aldridge will start at center again on Sunday, Steve Nash shared that Aldridge and Griffin could be on the floor at the same time more often, […]

The post-NBA trade deadline moves were almost as intriguing as some of the actual trades that were made throughout the league. The Brooklyn Nets started the season with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving headlining their lineup. They then traded for James Harden and scooped up both LaMarcus Aldridge and Blake Griffin on the buyout market. […]

It has been a long time coming for the Brooklyn Nets. Not since 2003 had the Nets been alone in first place in the Eastern Conference, a mark that was snapped on Wednesday after their come from behind win against the Houston Rockets. With the win, the Nets leapfrogged in front of the Philadelphia 76ers, […]

The rumor that Blake Griffin is washed up and cannot dunk has to be put asleep. Against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday, the Brooklyn Nets forward unleashed an impressive putback dunk which showcased his strength and impeccable timing. Peep Griffin’s dunk below to see and believe. Little by little, the doubters are hushing up. Griffin […]

New Brooklyn Nets forward Blake Griffin is fitting in just fine, as he showed off his passing abilities against the Minnesota Timberwolves. In true Steve Nash-esque fashion, he threw a no-look dime to teammate Tyler Johnson for a sweet 3-pointer. Blake Griffin channeling his inner Steve Nash with a sweet no-look dish to Tyler Johnson […]

It turns out that superstars have very sensitive ears. Since acquiring former All-Stars Blake Griffin and LaMarcus Aldridge off of waivers, the Brooklyn Nets have come under fire for being a little too overwhelming talent-wise. Well, it just so happens that Blake Griffin himself heard the noise, and he is none too happy with it. ESPN‘s Malika […]

Brooklyn Nets star Blake Griffin turned back the clock on Friday night. Well, maybe just a little bit. Griffin was on the receiving end of a James Harden alley-oop lob, which the former finished in rather impressive fashion (h/t ClutchPoints on Twitter): James Harden alley oop dunk to Blake Griffin 🔥pic.twitter.com/NtenOnNMdG — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) March […]

It was a homecoming of sorts for Blake Griffin on Friday as the Detroit Pistons, his former team, hosted the Brooklyn Nets inside Little Caesars Arena in Midtown Detroit. Unfortunately, it wasn’t exactly the reunion Griffin was hoping for early on. Pistons rookie Isaiah Stewart got ejected early in the second period after throwing an […]

Brooklyn Nets fans expect a lot of epic connections between James Harden and Blake Griffin since the high-flying forward joined the team. While there haven’t been many, Harden and Griffin shared a good preview of what’s to come once their chemistry matures. Harden and Griffin had a full-court connection against the Portland Trail Blazers on […]

Blake Griffin finally had his moment as the six-time All-Star made his Brooklyn Nets debut on Sunday. The 32-year-old was able to make his much-awaited first appearance for the Eastern Conference giants as the Nets hosted the Washington Wizards. Griffin came off the bench for his first time in a Nets jersey. He only scored […]

Blake Griffin’s much-awaited Brooklyn Nets debut finally arrived on Sunday as they took care of business at home against the Washington Wizards. Though Griffin only played 15 minutes as he’s still recouping from his knee issue, his impact was obvious and promising if you ask Nets coach Steve Nash. Nash, obviously, was more than happy […]

It took Blake Griffin some time to score his first official basket as a member of the Brooklyn Nets, but boy was it special. After hearing all naysayers questioning if he can even dunk the basketball at this stage of his career, BG looked like his old self with this vintage move against the Washington […]

Brooklyn Nets big man Blake Griffin will finally make his debut against the Washington Wizards on Sunday night after joining the Nets two weeks ago. According to ESPN’s Malika Andrews, the six-time All-Star didn’t get a good night’s sleep because he’s so excited to return to the court: Blake Griffin, who is expected to play […]

The Brooklyn Nets‘ new acquisition, Blake Griffin, will most likely make his debut for the team on Sunday versus the Washington Wizards. Blake Griffin is probable to make his Nets debut tomorrow against the Wizards 💪 pic.twitter.com/bti8g2oIXT — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) March 20, 2021 Blake Griffin will likely make his debut with the Brookyln Nets on […]

Blake Griffin is still unavailable to play for the Brooklyn Nets, but the long wait could be over soon. According to Steve Nash,  per Malika Andrews of ESPN, Griffin is getting closer to making his debut for the Nets. The first-year coach also noted that the  former Detroit Pistons forward is looking “really, really good” […]

Blake Griffin might not be the same explosive leaper he once was. But as Griffin prepares for his Brooklyn Nets debut, he is promising Nets fans he is still capable of bringing the thunder. The six-time All-Star said during an interview with ESPN’s Malika Andrews–which will air later Monday night ahead of Nets-Knicks–he hopes to […]

Blake Griffin’s much-awaited debut for the Brooklyn Nets is on the horizon. However, Nets fans will need to wait a bit longer before they see the six-time All-Star take the floor for his new team as Griffin continues to deal with conditioning issues. According to Nets head coach Steve Nash, Griffin won’t be returning to […]

The All-Star weekend is done and the NBA is now on its way to the playoffs, which could mean a whole lot for those active on the NBA card market. There have been a lot of developments, both good and bad during the first half of this season, most notably the league’s ongoing efforts to […]

Though Blake Griffin has to wait for his Brooklyn Nets debut, he’s definitely making his presence felt even if he’s stuck on the bench. On Thursday, the six-time All-Star made his first game appearance with the Nets in street clothes that were heck impressive. At least if you ask coach Steve Nash and his grandmother. […]

Blake Griffin is far from done. The newest member of the Brooklyn Nets just responded to criticisms about his current health and concerns about his knee as he awaits clearance for him to make his debut as a member of the very stacked Nets unit. Amid recent knee issues, Griffin wants to make sure that […]

Sorry Brooklyn Nets fans, DeAndre Jordan isn’t the reason why Blake Griffin now calls the Barclays Center home. Apparently, it was another player for the team who was instrumental in recruiting the big man. Per Brian Lewis of New York Post, the man who helped Griffin make the decision to move to Brooklyn was none […]

The Brooklyn Nets made headlines earlier in the week when it was revealed that Blake Griffin has decided to sign with the Eastern Conference powerhouse. According to Paul Pierce, though, Griffin’s arrival does not make as much of an impact for the Nets as most would like to think. In a recent episode of The Jump […]

It was during his stint with the Los Angeles Clippers that Blake Griffin rose as one of the best power forwards in the game. With Doc Rivers at the helm, Lob City was born with Griffin at the center of highlight reels. While his tenure didn’t exactly yield a title, Griffin has tons of respect […]

New Brooklyn Nets signing Blake Griffin has called his dunk over former Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins “the most memorable dunk” of his career. In a wide ranging AMA with Bleacher Report, Griffin singled out the monster slam over Perkins as his favorite after being asked what the most memorable dunk of his career […]

As always, Sunday’s NBA Slam Dunk Contest did not end without controversy. This has become somewhat of a norm for the annual dunking exhibition, and 2021 was no different. For his part, former Dunk Contest champ Blake Griffin, who himself recently signed with the Brooklyn Nets, has weighed in on the debate surrounding Cassius Stanley’s […]

On Monday, The New York Times’ Marc Stein reported that should the Cleveland Cavaliers reach a buyout agreement with Andre Drummond, the center will give the prospect of signing with the Los Angeles Lakers “strong consideration.” This is good news for the Lakers, and it should rattle — or gently shake — every other contender. […]

With many people still digesting the news of Blake Griffin signing with the Brooklyn Nets, the six-time All-Star has spoken out about why he chose Brooklyn as his new destination. In an AMA with Bleacher Report, Griffin described his motives in choosing the Nets as coming from his admiration of Steve Nash and wanting to […]

The participants of Sunday night’s NBA Slam Dunk Contest put on a show for the fans. It wasn’t exactly the most memorable Dunk Contest we’ve seen, but at least it wasn’t mired by too much controversy. The 2011 edition of the Dunk Contest that starred new Brooklyn Nets recruit Blake Griffin, however, was a different […]

Blake Griffin was hardly an All-Star talent when he suited up for the Detroit Pistons this season. But his move to Brooklyn has bookies thinking the Nets are the new NBA title favorites. The Nets surpassed the Los Angeles Lakers as the odds-on favorites, per BetOnline.ag. Those two teams are followed by the L.A. Clippers […]

Let’s rewind real quick to the beginning of the decade. The Brooklyn Nets are fresh off a playoff berth, their first since 2007. They have an unsexy but solid core of Brook Lopez, Joe Johnson, and Deron Williams, whose glass ankles were somehow holding up. They had a Marvel superhero as a mascot (shoutout to […]

Brooklyn Nets star James Harden welcomed the addition of Blake Griffin to their team after he completed a contract buyout with the Detroit Pistons. The 2018 MVP claimed that Griffin’s signing with the Nets further amplified his desire to win and contribute to a championship instead of chasing paychecks at this stage of his career, […]

Not only did the Brooklyn Nets steal the news cycle on All-Star Sunday by signing Blake Griffin; the team managed to retain cap flexibility at the same time by getting the big man to agree to a veteran minimum deal. In slotting Griffin into the roster on a minimum contract, Brooklyn will still retain both […]

For the first time in his career, Blake Griffin is off to embrace a new role with the Brooklyn Nets. The Nets just acquired the six-time All-Star from the free agency after the Detroit Pistons bought out his contract.  Now, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the team’s initial plan is for Griffin to come […]

Blake Griffin is officially heading to the Brooklyn Nets after clearing waivers. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, Griffin is signing with the Nets for the remainder of the 2020-21 season. Other terms of the deal were not disclosed. Free agent forward Blake Griffin has agreed to a deal with the Brooklyn Nets for the […]