Last Updated on April 16, 2026 by Mat Diekhake
Here’s a detailed profile of basketballer Blake Griffin:
Player Profile
- Full Name: Blake Austin Griffin
- Nationality: American
- Age: Born March 16, 1989
- Hometown: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Height: 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 m)
- Weight: 250 lbs (113 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 11 inches (2.11 m)
- Standing Reach: 8 feet 9 inches (2.67 meters)
- Standing Vertical Leap: 32 inches (81.3 cm)
- Maximum Vertical Leap: 35.5 inches (90.2 cm)
- Shoe Size: 17 (U.S.)
- Shoe Brand: Air Jordan 37, Air Jordan 36, Air Jordan 35, Air Jordan 34, Jordan Super.Fly MVP L, Air Jordan 32, Jordan Super.Fly 2017, Jordan Super.Fly 5, Jordan Super.Fly 4, Jordan Super.Fly 3, Nike Hyperdunk 2011
- Number: 32 (Los Angeles Clippers), 23 (Detroit Pistons), 2 (Brooklyn Nets), 91 (Boston Celtics)
- Position: Power forward / Center
- High School: Oklahoma Christian School (Edmond, Oklahoma)
- Led the team to two state championships.
- College: University of Oklahoma (2007–2009)
- Named the Consensus National Player of the Year in 2009.
- NBA Draft: 2009, 1st overall pick by the Los Angeles Clippers
- Professional Teams:
- Los Angeles Clippers (2009–2018)
- Detroit Pistons (2018–2021)
- Brooklyn Nets (2021–2022)
- Boston Celtics (2022–2023)
- Championship Rings: None
- Kids: Has two children:
- Ford Wilson Cameron-Griffin (son)
- Finley Elaine Griffin (daughter)
- Siblings:
- Taylor Griffin: Older brother and former professional basketball player
- Retirement Age: 33 years old
- Retirement Year: 2022-23 (with Boston Celtics)
Player Archetype / Play Style
Blake Griffin’s player archetype was that of an explosive point-forward power forward, a forceful interior scorer who gradually expanded into a more versatile offensive hub as his career progressed. At 6-foot-9 and 250 pounds, Griffin paired rare leaping ability, strength, and open-floor speed with the balance to play through contact, which made him one of the league’s most dangerous finishers in his prime. Defensively, he was at his best as a physical frontcourt body who could rebound, switch in spots, and hold his ground inside rather than function as a true back-line rim protector. Offensively, his role evolved from highlight-finishing post threat and pick-and-roll weapon into a secondary creator who could handle the ball, pass, and initiate offense from the elbows or above the break. His overall play style blended power, burst, and skill, with his best years built on downhill pressure, transition force, playmaking feel, and a competitive edge that made him far more than just a dunker. (NBA)
Fun Facts
- Blake Griffin was the 2009 Naismith College Player of the Year and won numerous awards during his time at the University of Oklahoma, including Big 12 Player of the Year.
- He was selected as the #1 overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft but missed his rookie season due to a knee injury. He returned in 2010–2011 and won NBA Rookie of the Year.
- Known for his explosive athleticism, dunking ability, and versatility, Griffin was a 6-time NBA All-Star and 5-time All-NBA Team member during his career.
- He was a key player during the “Lob City” era with the Clippers, alongside Chris Paul and DeAndre Jordan.
- Off the court, Griffin has pursued acting and comedy, appearing in commercials, movies, and stand-up performances. He is also involved in philanthropic efforts, including funding a children’s hospital in Oklahoma City.
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Player Overview: I watched Blake Griffin play for the Oklahoma Sooners in college and he was very dominant. He took the Sooners to the regional finals of the NCAA tournament. He also won two state championships in high school with Oklahoma Christian School. Griffin was extremely athletic in college and the only question was how dominant was he going to look in the NBA by comparison. While playing for the Los Angeles Clippers in his prime, he looked just as dominant. Thankfully he teamed up with Chris Paul in LA and they created Lob City. 1/24/2025
Sources:
Basketball-Reference — Blake Griffin Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft Status and more
NBA.com — Blake Griffin | Forward | Boston Celtics
NBA.com — Former All-Star, Rookie of Year winner Blake Griffin announces retirement
NBA.com — 2018-19 Pistons Profile: Blake Griffin
NBA.com — Blake Griffin still grinding for gold medal opportunity
NBA.com — Top 10 Plays: Blake Griffin’s best from days with LA Clippers