REPORTS: Celtics Sign 13-Year NBA Veteran Shortly After Ime Udoka Saga

The Boston Celtics have found themselves in a tough situation over the last few weeks. The 17-time NBA champions team had to suspend their head coach Ime Udoka following a controversy. Moreover, a series of injuries have left the Celtics’ front office wondering if they need to make a few additions to the roster. With the 2022 training camp just around the corner, the Boston Celtics have signed a 13-year NBA veteran Blake Griffin on a one-year, $2.7 million veteran minimum contract.

The six-time All-Star averaged 6.4 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game in 56 appearances last season for the Brooklyn Nets. Meanwhile, the Celtics managed to make it to the NBA finals last season. However, despite finishing second in the Western Conference, they lost the finals series against the Golden State Warriors by 4-2.

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Griffin played the most games in the 2021-22 season since 2019. He is an experienced veteran 0f the game and could come in handy during tricky situations for the Celtics. However, the Boston Celtics would have to carefully manage an injury-prone Griffin.

Can Blake Griffin provide stability to the Boston Celtics?

The 2011 Rookie of the Year was a sensation to behold when he made it to the NBA with the LA Clippers. However, his energy and durability have taken a big toll due to multiple surgeries on both his knees. The Detroit Pistons bought him out after paying the remaining $75 million of his maximum contract.

The Celtics were not keen on bidding for the veteran small-ball center initially. However, Boston had to recruit the veteran after the unexpected injuries to Robert Williams III and Danilo Gallinari.

Moreover, the Celtics have been dealing with some internal struggles since during the finals series, which led to a disappointing championship loss. Things have gotten trickier with the exit of their head coach, Ime Udoka. The Celtics suspended Udoka after an alleged cheating scandal involving Ime and a female staff member on the team.

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Thus, Blake Griffin could act as the glue that could hold the team together during tough times. His experience and skills could come in handy for the Celtics, who will aim to win the championship during the 2022-23 season.

Celtics Fans react to Griffin’s signing

The Boston Celtics team and the fans have been dealing with several shocking news in recent times. Some fans were happy about the veteran’s addition, while others felt it could have been a wrong decision. Here are some of the reactions from the fans about Griffin’s addition to the Celtics team’s roster.

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Hopefully, Griffin would be able to prove his critics wrong by putting up a solid performance for Boston next season. Let us know what you think about Blake Griffin’s signing in the comments.