Blake Griffin

Blake Griffin plays a role of an NBA player who formerly played for the Los Angeles Clippers. Similarly, Griffin was traded off to the Detroit Pistons in the year 2018.

Likewise, he plays as the power forward and center player for the Pistons. However, Blake had a few injuries in his NBA career. Also, he injured himself in the first season, causing him to miss the whole season.

Though, Blake came out better and stronger. Moreover, many people consider him the greatest rookie player in NBA history.

Blake Griffin | Early Life, Family & Education

Blake Griffin opened his eyes in Oklahoma. Likewise, his birthday falls on March 16, in the year 1989. Similarly, he has taken birth to Tommy Griffin, a head coach, and Gail Griffin.

Furthermore, Griffin is blessed with one sibling, Taylor Griffin. However, he is also an NBA player and was an overall 48th pick.

Talking about Blake’s education, he did his homeschooling with his mom and brother till eighth grade. Furthermore, Blake went to Oakland Christian School, where his father was the head coach.

In addition, he joined the University of Oakland as his brother and dad convinced him. There he played for two seasons with his brother and got picked by the LA clippers.

Age, Height, and Weight| Blake Griffin

Blake is 33 years as of now. Similarly, he has accumulated a height of 6 feet 9 inches.

Moreover, Blake has acquired a weight of 113kg.

Blake Griffin | Career as a Basketballer

High School Career

In high school, Blake used to play with his brother Taylor. They both become successful in winning two state champions together.

Likewise, Griffin played against Kevin Durant and Ty Lawson‘s AAU team. Moreover, he won two state championships. On the other hand, the coach Oklahoman named him the title ‘Player of the Year.’

In addition, Blake was the Gatorade Oklahoma Player of the Year and was selected to the McDonald’s All-American. However, there he won the Powerade Jam Fest Slam Dunk Contest.

College Career

In college, the 33-years Blake became the most popular and highest-rated recruit. However, he had a few injuries in his knee in his freshman year and missed a few games.

After some days, he was back on the court. Similarly, Giffin is the first player in the school’s history of Oklahoma to win the Naismith Award.

Furthermore, he also win the Oscar Robertson Trophy, Adolph Rupp Trophy, John Wooden Award, along with the Associated Press player of the year.

NBA Career

In the year 2009, Blake was drafted by Los Angeles Clipper in the first overall. In the year 2018, The Clippers traded him to the Detroit Pistons.

Moreover, he scored his career-high of 50 points against the 76rs. Though, Blake’s injuries haunt him, forcing him to miss the 2019-20 season.

Blake Griffin| Awards and Honors

As a basketball player, Blake has some achievements and honors. They are:

• He is Six times NBA All-Star from the year 2011 to 2015 and in 2019
• Blake is Three times All-NBA Second Team from the year 2012 to 2014
• Similarly, Griffin also won Two times All-NBA Third Team in the year 2015 and 2019
• Likewise, he is NBA Rookie of the Year in the year 2011
• Received All-Rookie First Team in the year 2011
• Likewise, A basketballer achieve the Slam Dunk Contest championship in the year 2011
• Moreover, a National College Player of the Year in the year 2009
• In addition, Oscar Robertson Trophy in the year 2009

Relationship and Kids| Blake Griffin

Blake got engaged to a former basketball player for the University of Southern California, Brynn Cameron. Moreover, they are proud parents of two children.

Similarly, they are Ford Griffin who is seven years old, and Finley Griffin, who is four years old. Although, the couple did not last long.

However, they parted ways in July of 2017. Currently, Blake is dating Francesca Aiello, who is the owner and designer of Frankie’s Bikinis. However, their relationship is going stronger now.

Rumors and Controversy about Blake Griffin

Furthermore, in September, Blake was spotted with Kendall Jenner. Therefore, the rumors about Blake dating Kendall spread all over. However, there is no confirmation regarding these rumors but they were seen quite many times together.

In Feb 2018, a sister of Jordan Cameron, Brynn filed a palimony lawsuit against Griffin. Moreover, the reason was to strand her and their children to date Jenner. In addition, she also claimed that he is doing this for attention.

On the other hand, she also stated that for the press he is dating Kendall as she is the top model. Balke does not care about his family and children as said by Cameron. Similarly, Brynn also said that Blake completely blindsided her.

Moreover, he made her sign a prenuptial agreement before the wedding that was supposed to take place on July 28, 2017. Although, Griffin did not agree with all those allegations and this case was settled privately after a year.

Likewise, the rumors again started spreading that she was paid $258,000 per month for child support. Though, both denied this.

Blake Griffin| Legal Drama

In October 2014, the basketball player was charged with a misdemeanor. Similarly, he allegedly attacked Daniel Schuman by grabbing his neck and slapping him.

Moreover, Griffin also took the guy’s phone because he was taking pictures of the Clipper’s players. Though, the charges were dismissed later.

Net Worth, Salary, and Charity

Net Worth And Salary

Similarly, Griffin has a net worth of $110 million as of 2022. Likewise, a former player earns $255 million.

In addition, 33- years basketballer also earns more than 30 million per year from the NBA. Moreover, in the year 2018, Blake $32.1 million from the Detroit Pistons.

Furthermore, he made a contract with the Brooklyn Nets worth $1,229,676.

Likewise, Blake’s base salary is $1,229,676 with a cap hit of $776,983 and a dead cap value of $776,983.

On the other hand, he is the co-owner of a production company with Matt Kalil.

Charity

Blake has given $100,000 to all the staff of Little Ceasars Arena, who are unable to keep themselves afloat during the 2020 pandemic.

Likewise, Griffin donated $100 per dunk to a fundraiser he started to fight childhood obesity.

Moreover, an NBA player also donated the Kia Sedan that he won in the Slam Dunk Contest for a charity auction.

Blake Griffin | Social Media Profile

Blake is quite active on Instagram with 3.8 million followers. Furthermore, he is also active on Twitter with 4.4 million followers.

Tattoos| Blake Griffin

The lists of the tattoos Griffin has is been listed below:

• The left side of his torso (Landscape): The first tattoo of Griffon done by Dr. Woo is this tattoo. Likewise, he revealed it back in the year 2016.
• The right wrist (Stay): Furthermore, Blake has a tattoo of “Stay” on his right wrist. However, the meaning of this tattoo is “Stay focused. Stay hungry. Stay humble.”
• The right side of the torso (Just keep smiling): Similarly, this tattoo is dedicated to his high school teammate Wilson Holloway. Though, his friend passes away due to Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Some FAQs

Who is Blake Griffin’s agent?

Sam Goldfeder is his agent who has been working as an NBA agent for twenty years now.

What is Griffin’s career stats?

He has maintained his career stats with 668 scores, an average of 20.9 points, 8.6 total rebounds, along with 4.3 assists.

Is Blake retiring?

According to sources, no information regarding his retirement is found.

Who is he currently dating?

Similarly, an NBA player is dating Francesca Aiello.

How tall is the 33-years basketball player?

However, he has accumulated a height of 6 feet 9 inches.

Quick Facts

Full Name	Blake Austin Griffin
Birth Date	March 16, 1989
Birth Place	Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Nick Name	High Griffinition
Religion	Christian
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Half Afro-Haitian, Half White
Education	University of Oklahoma
Horoscope	Pisces
Father’s Name	Tommy Griffin
Mother’s Name	Gail Griffin
Siblings	Taylor Griffin
Age	33  years old
Height	6 ft 9 in
Weight	250 lb
Hair Color	Brown
Eye Color	Brown
Build	Athlete
Profession	NBA player
Current Team	Detroit Pistons
Position	Power Forward, Centre
Active Years	2009-present
Marital Status	Unmarried
Ex-partner	Brynn Cameron
Kids	Two; Ford Griffin and Finley Griffin
Net Worth	$110 million
Social Media	Instagram, Twitter
Merch	Jersey, Funko Pop, Posters
Last Update	April 2022