Blake Griffin announced his retirement Tuesday after a 14-year career that included six All-Star selections, Rookie of the Year honors and a dunk contest victory.

"But Blake's thing is he wants to be an impact player his rookie year." Blake Griffin's mantra is from a Henry Ford quote that he has tweaked for himself: "The competitor to be feared the most is ...

The 2011 NBA Slam Dunk Contest was full of thrills as Blake Griffin took home the title by dunking over a car.

Spurs guard Stephon Castle is the first player to participate in all three days of NBA All-Star Weekend since Blake Griffin ... league's frontrunner for Rookie of the Year, and is certainly ...