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NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / September 30
Former First Round Pick Announces NBA Retirement
The NBA season is right around the corner and former Atlanta Hawks first-round pick AJ Griffin has announced his retirement from the league. The 21-year-old forward was the No.
Houston Rockets News / FirstSportz / September 30
'I gave up basketball to follow Jesus!' – AJ Griffin opens up on why he ended his promising NBA career early
This was not the news fans were expecting when former Houston Rockets forward AJ Griffin made headlines earlier this month with news that he was considering stepping away from basketball.
The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz
An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / September 29
Rockets’ AJ Griffin Retires From NBA At Age 21 ‘To Follow Jesus,’ Enter Ministry
Rockets guard/forward AJ Griffin explained his decision to retire from the NBA, saying he wants “to follow Jesus” and enter the ministry. Griffin, 21, was the No.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / September 29
Former NBA first-round pick reveals why he decided to retire at 21
AJ Griffin is apparently looking to pursue another career.
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / September 29
2022 NBA 1st-Round Pick Officially Retires From Basketball
AJ Griffin had been seen as a player with a lot of potential after his rookie year with the Atlanta Hawks. The former Duke star was the 16th pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / September 24
What Will Houston Do With Their Open Spot On 15-Man Roster, The Rockets Weighing Several Options
The Houston Rockets have an open roster spot following the buyout of AJ Griffin. Griffin received $250,000 of the $3.9 million he was due as part of the buyout.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 23
Should Rockets Consider Reunion With Former Forward?
The Houston Rockets have an extra roster spot to work with after AJ Griffin made the decision to step away from basketball. Could the club be in for a reunion with a former forward?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 22
Who Could the Rockets Bring in to Fill AJ Griffin's Spot?
The Houston Rockets and AJ Griffin agreed to a buyout Friday afternoon. Griffin was brough in via a draft day trade from the Atlanta Hawks. After a disappointing second season from Griffin, the Rockets were hoping for a return to his rookie season form.
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / September 21
Chad Johnson Reacts To NBA Player Reportedly Retiring
AJ Griffin is coming off a season where he played 20 games for the Atlanta Hawks. The former Duke star averaged 2.4 points per contest in less than eight minutes of playing time.
Houston Rockets News / Field Level Media / September 21
Report: Rockets' AJ Griffin leaving team, to be waived
Former first-round draft pick A.J. Griffin is walking away from the NBA and will be waived by the Houston Rockets, The Athletic reported. Per the outlet, the Rockets will buy out his contract, which was worth $3.9 million for the 2024-25 season.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / September 21
With AJ Griffin Stepping Away, Here Are Two Who Did Likewise
It was just two years ago that AJ Griffin was beginning his journey in the NBA. Selected 16th overall in the 2022 NBA Draft by the Atlanta Hawks, Griffin came close to making an All-Rookie Team in 2022-23.
Houston Rockets News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / September 21
Duke Basketball One-And-Done Bought Out in Houston
Last week, The Athletic's Shams Charania reported that Houston Rockets forward and former one-year Duke basketball double-digit scorer AJ Griffin was "seriously
Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / September 20
Former first-rounder waived by Rockets, expected to step away from basketball
The Houston Rockets are officially waiving former first-round pick AJ Griffin, who has decided to cut his NBA career short at the age of 21.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / September 20
Rockets reach buyout with young forward facing uncertain future
Houston Rockets forward AJ Griffin has reached a buyout agreement with the team as he reevaluates his future in basketball.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / September 15
Rockets' AJ Griffin: Player Profile
Houston Rockets forward A.J. Griffin recently shocked the basketball world when it was reported that he is considering stepping away from basketball. But, without too much speculation on his potential retirement, who is Griffin as a player?
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / September 13
Rockets forward 'seriously considering' stepping away from sport
At just 21-years-old, the Rockets forward reportedly "is seriously considering stepping away from basketball."
Atlanta Hawks News / Larry Brown Sports / September 12
Former first-round pick may step away from basketball
Former Hawks first-round pick AJ Griffin may be stepping away from basketball.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / September 12
This young Rockets forward 'seriously considering' leaving basketball
Houston Rockets forward AJ Griffin isn't sure whether he wants to continue balling.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 12
A.J. Griffin Could Revive His Career With The Houston Rockets
Newly acquired Houston Rockets forward A.J. Griffin is set to play in his third NBA Summer League, starting tonight against the Los Angeles Lakers. The former Duke Blue Devil was acquired from the Atlanta Hawks via trade.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27
NBA News / SportsTalkATL / June 27
Hawks trade 2022 first round pick AJ Griffin to the Houston Rockets
The offseason is officially underway for the Atlanta Hawks. Last night, they made Zaccharie Risacher the #1 overall pick, and ahead of the second round of the NBA Draft, they have made their first trade of the offseason, sending 2022 first-round pick AJ Griffin to the Houston Rockets for the 44th pick tonight.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 27
Hawks trade former first-round selection in exchange for 2024 NBA Draft pick
The Hawks and Rockets have agreed to a trade that will send forward AJ Griffin to Houston in exchange for the No. 44 pick in Thursday’s draft.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / February 21, 2024
Hawks Assign AJ Griffin to the College Park Skyhawks
Two days before the Hawks return to the court, they have assigned second-year forward AJ Griffin to College Park. While he became a part of the rotation
Atlanta Hawks News / Hoops Rumors / December 28, 2023
2022 first-round pick returns to Hawks after eight-game absence
After being inactive for the past eight games due to personal reasons, second-year wing AJ Griffin is back with the Hawks and spoke to the media on Thursday.
Atlanta Hawks News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / November 21, 2023
Hawks vs Pacers: AJ Griffin Will Not Play Tonight for Atlanta
Atlanta has made a new addition to the injury report ahead of their matchup with the Indiana Pacers tonight. AJ Griffin (Illness) will not play tonight vs Indiana.
Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / August 11, 2023
Hawks forward accuses Beyonce of 'promoting Satan'
AJ Griffin played for the Blue Devils in college. Now he's warning concert goers about the devil on social media.
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