Detroit Pistons’ Blake Griffin made the much-needed difference in Tuesday’s wild NBA game as his team powered past the Philadelphia 76ers 133-132 in overtime.
Griffin was spectacular on Tuesday. From the first quarter to the last, the 29-year-old converted shot after shot. When Detroit needed him the post, Griffin converted a last-second shot to help his team defeat the visitors. The fact that the point was made seconds after the Sixers leaped ahead with four points made Griffin’s contribution even more spectacular.
Although he had already converted 33 points by the third quarter, the 29-year-old was on another level in the final quarter. As MVP Chants and cheers reverberated throughout the stadium, Griffin threw consecutive shots, scoring 20 of 35, 14 rebounds and six assists in total.
Poor Performance Last Season
A time like this last season, the Pistons had just brought in the 29-year-old from the Clippers. He struggled throughout the season. Things look different this season. Besides helping the Pistons win their last three games to start the season 3-0, the former Clippers point guard has averaged 36.3 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 5.6 assists.
There is a long way to go for the Pistons to clinch a spot in the playoffs. But with Griffin’s performance this season, it is a dream that could come true for Detroit.
