In the context of a wide-ranging interview with Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated that covered subjects such as racial justice, injuries, and former owner Donald Sterling, Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin dropped an opinion about Damian Lillard’s extended absence from the NBA All-Star Game. When asked if making the 2018 All-Star roster in Los Angeles was a goal for the season, Griffin responded:
I wouldn’t say it’s a big thing in my mind. Being healthy, playing well and leading my team is in the forefront.