Blake Griffin can help a team.
The veteran forward reached a buyout with the Detroit Pistons, making him a free agent available to sign with the team of his choice once he clears waivers, a person familiar with the agreement told USA TODAY Sports.
The person requested anonymity because he was not authorized to speak publicly until the buyout is official.
There are teams, including title contenders, interested in Griffin.
But remember this: He is not the player he was even two seasons ago.
He played just 18 games last season and 20 this season. His shooting percentage is .358 and his 3-point percentage is .285. And he averaged 13.8 points, 4.5 rebounds and 3.6 assists over the past two seasons.
But in the right spot with the right team, Griffin can provide value, especially since frontcourt players are in demand right now.
Where could Griffin end up?
Miami Heat
The Heat are playing better basketball and rising in the Eastern Conference standings, but big man Meyers Leonard is out for the season. Miami needs depth in the frontcourt to help Bam Adebayo, Kelly Olynyk and rookie Precious Achiuwa.
Brooklyn Nets
The Nets lost depth when the traded Jarrett Allen in the James Harden deal. Harden, a guard, is the team’s leading rebounder, and the bulk of the scoring comes from perimeter players Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant, Joe Harris and Harden. DeAndre Jordan and Jeff Green need help.
Los Angeles Lakers
The Lakers have the best defense in the league, but they lost frontcourt power when…
