Blake griffin Question

[Max Power]

Since Blake was with the Clippers last year even though he didn't play, would this be year two of his 3 year rookie contract? I ask because its obvious the clippers wont be any good and am hoping that after next season he can leave for somewhere else.

 

[pillmanj]

I believe so because I am sure he still got paid even though he didnt play a lick

 

[Tony]

Since Blake was with the Clippers last year even though he didn't play, would this be year two of his 3 year rookie contract? I ask because its obvious the clippers wont be any good and am hoping that after next season he can leave for somewhere else.

He's in year two of his contract, but as with any first-round pick, the Clippers hold two option years, essentially making it a four-year contract.

 

[coolm]

we all know Blake WANTS to be a Celtic. He will get to be soon enough!

 

[boksooner]

Clippers will NOT let him go. If he keeps playing well, they will max him out. They can give him more money and more years than any other team, especially after the new CBA.

 

[Max Power]

Clippers will NOT let him go. If he keeps playing well, they will max him out. They can give him more money and more years than any other team, especially after the new CBA.

Yea but at what point does Blake say "I don't care about a couple million dollars I want to win." Because the main difference is length of contract but after two year at a new team you can sign a long extension

 

[McG78]

Clippers have already exercised their option. Blake will be a Clipper at least until 2012.

http://www.nba.com/2010/news/09/28/clippers.moves.gordon.griffin.ap/index.html