It wasn’t perfect.
Blake Griffin saw his first action as a Celtic on Friday night in Charlotte. He hit just one of his six shots — a three-pointer at the top of the arc — and coughed up two turnovers in just under 17 minutes. The 14-year veteran signed with Boston just a week ago. He hasn’t played much 5-on-5 and felt a little sped up on the court, but off the court, Griffin has fit in well.
“It’s always a little weird coming in, but these guys are great. Coaching staff was great; they give you a clear message,” Griffin told NBC Boston’s Abby Chin after finishing with 7 points, 9 rebounds, and a +8 after Boston fell in a 15-point hole.