Superhuman?

Blake Griffin struggles to sustain dominance throughout games.

Did he just do what I think he did?

Blake Griffin has performed unbelievable feats in his inaugural season in the NBA. The 21-year-old power forward’s game exudes a style unparalleled by anyone in the Association. The aforementioned statement is quite evident even though the young man has merely played 36 games into his NBA career.

He truly is one of a kind.

Still, where the high-flyer showcases style and flare, he backs it up with substance. Griffin currently finds himself third in the League in rebounding and top 15 in scoring. Even more impressive, Griffin has recorded 23 consecutive double-doubles. By his standards, Griffin has only had seven “off games,” where he did not achieve a double-double. Along with 22-year-old Eric Gordon, he is carrying a young, depleted Clippers’ team, on his broad, muscular shoulders.

Griffin plays a specific brand of basketball that leaves coaches drooling. Pardon the cliché, but he always gives 100 percent. Unfortunately, that quality has occasionally gotten Griffin into serious trouble. For instance, he was forced to miss the entire ‘09-10 NBA season when he injured his kneecap on a ferocious dunk during the preseason. Whether it’s exhibition or the real thing, this guy will go all out. Read more >>