Philadelphia 76ers head coach Doc Rivers and veteran Boston Celtics big man Blake Griffin have a history dating back to their time together as members of the Los Angeles Clippers, and Rivers drew on that relationship to share his thoughts about the Oklahoma alum’s fit for the Celtics this season.
“It’s unusual that a star like him is willing to turn himself into a role player,” explained the now-76ers head coach of how the six-time All-Star has managed to stay a productive player after a dozen seasons in the league. “It’s very difficult for most players to do that. Most can’t, they just can’t, and he’s done that.”
