Blake Griffin

On January 10th the Pistons applied for a disabled player exception for the season-ending injury to Blake Griffin and the league just granted it.

Fantasy Impact

This move finalizes the suspicions that Pistons fans and Blake Griffin owners both feared. The star forward will not play for the remainder of the season. Sekou Doumbouya and Markieff Morris have both seen an increase in minutes with Griffin out but Doumbouya is the only one with year-long fantasy value. In case it wasn't already clear, Griffin should be dropped in all formats.

Blake Griffin underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and will be out for “an extended rehabilitation period.”

Fantasy Impact

It likely spells the end of his season, as Griffin has been rumored to be a shut-down candidate for the last couple of weeks. He’s appeared in just 18 contests in 2019-20, providing highly underwhelming results. If you’re still holding onto him, you can cut him loose to the waiver wire.

Blake Griffin will be visiting a specialist this week and it appears that season-ending surgery is an option on the table.

Fantasy Impact

Griffin had knee issues last year and had surgery before this season tipped off. He's only been able to suit up for 18 games so far this season as the same knee has been ailing him. Sekou Doumbouya has been starting in place of Griffin. While Doumbouya might not be able to replicate Griffin's 15.5 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.3 assists, the Pistons drafted him in the first-round with hopes that he could be a great player. Hold Griffin on your roster until more news breaks, but be sure to pick up Doumbouya right away.

Blake Griffin will miss Saturday's matchup with Golden State while dealing with a left knee injury.

Fantasy Impact

It will be his third straight absence with the injury, and it's unclear if he'll play at all again this season. Rookie Sekou Doumbouya figures to enter the starting lineup in his place Saturday and possibly beyond.

Blake Griffin (knee) is considered doubtful for Thursday's game against the Clippers.

Fantasy Impact

Griffin missed Monday's game against the Jazz due to a sore left knee. He is unlikely to play Thursday and is on the verge of missing his second straight contest. Christian Wood should see an expanded role if Griffin is ruled out.