Blake Griffin, a highly underrated NBA player whose career was hindered by injuries, recently announced his retirement from professional basketball through a heartfelt letter on his official Instagram account.

Having amassed considerable wealth during his tenure in the NBA, Griffin’s career primarily revolved around the Los Angeles Clippers, where he established himself as a prominent figure. He later transitioned to the Detroit Pistons before concluding his career with the Boston Celtics.

During his 14-year career, Blake Griffin inked numerous contracts that impacted his net worth. According to Salarysport.com, the 35-year-old’s current net worth stands at $62 million. Griffin surpassed the $100 million milestone during his tenure in the NBA. However, over time, his net worth dwindled alongside the diminishing value of his contracts.

Griffin’s susceptibility to injuries played a pivotal role in this decline. Reduced playing time due to injuries led to waning interest from teams. Nonetheless, these career fluctuations do not overshadow his NBA achievements. The former Clippers star, a six-time NBA All-Star and recipient of the Rookie of the Year award, expressed gratitude for his 14-year NBA journey in his recent retirement letter.

Blake Griffin announces sudden retirement from the NBA

The former Clippers star, Blake Griffin, made a sudden announcement of his retirement from professional basketball via his official Instagram account, where he shared a heartfelt retirement letter. In the letter, Griffin expressed his deepest appreciation to the fans and supporters who stood by him since the beginning of his career, conveying his gratitude with heartfelt words.

In the latter part of his letter, Griffin extended his thanks to his detractors and critics, acknowledging their comments with gratitude. Reflecting on his 14-year journey in the league, he deemed it the highlight of his life, expressing his unwavering fondness for the memories created. He concluded the letter with a light-hearted joke to uplift the spirits, while affirming that his retirement marked the end of his basketball journey.