Column: Blake Griffin's buyout from the Detroit Pistons marks the end of an era – Grand Valley Lanthorn
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March 5, 2021 marked an end of a severely mediocre era for Detroit Pistons basketball. Twelve-year forward Blake Griffin was bought out by the team as the Pistons were unable to find a trade partner. Three days later, Griffin signed with the Brooklyn Nets. He’ll now look to rejuvenate his career as a role player
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Column: Blake Griffin's buyout from the Detroit Pistons marks the end of an era – Grand Valley Lanthorn
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Breaking down Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin's contract details
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Zack Goodrow (@ZackGoodrow) / X
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Zack Goodrow – Grand Valley Lanthorn
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Pistons' Blake Griffin during his time in Detroit
It's official: Blake Griffin bought out by Detroit, will become free agent - NBC Sports
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