“We go way back”: Blake Griffin hints DeAndre Jordan influenced Brooklyn Nets to acquire him


“We go way back”: Blake Griffin hints DeAndre Jordan influenced Brooklyn Nets to acquire him

Deandre Jordan and Blake Griffin

The Brooklyn Nets are the fire breathers in the East. Their super team has dominated almost every other in the league this season. James Harden, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant are the big 3 who have taken Brooklyn Nets to such a height. Blake Griffin has come a long away after his career at Los Angeles Clippers. Now that he is on the move from Detroit Pistons, the super team have hijacked the best possible deal. The Brooklyn Nets have added Blake Griffin to the roster making them invincible now. However, he revealed that former teammate, DeAndre Jordan played a huge role for the move to new franchise.

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Blake Griffin is all set to debut in the Nets uniform soon. This is the hottest mid-season trade anybody can talk. Brooklyn Nets attracted Blake utilizing their veteran-minimum-contract slot. This has overpowered the team. They have a brutal edge over a lot of teams now. The 31-YO was also happy to be a part of the franchise. He has been a secondary scorer and an apt rebounder. Blake has unique athletism and accuracy. He can shoot the ball well effortlessly the way he grabs rebound and scores. However, DeAndre Jordan and Blake Griffin have been a crucial part of LA Clippers. This may possibly one reason Blake chose Nets.

Blake Griffin revealed DeAndre Jordan as hooking factor to join Brooklyn Nets

The veteran Griffin recently opened up in an interview regarding his trade. He expressed, “They have a need for a four-man. I’ve always had a lot of respect for Steve Nash and all of the guys that they have. Sean Marks has done great job there. It was a tough decision and I wanted to be on a team that was contending. He added, “We go way back. Anybody who you’re that familiar with it always makes it easier. That definitely played a part.”After his numbers have taken a hit, he would be looking to capitalize on making everything better. He definitely hinted Jordan was a backing member for his trade.

The Brooklyn Nets are currently running with 24-13 record in the EC. They are already #2. Even without Kevin Durant in the recent matches, they have been predominant. Now that Blake Griffin is in the squad, they won’t rest till they acquire the title.

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