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Report: Pistons' Blake Griffin to Sit Out as Team Weighs Future Options

The Detroit Pistons have agreed to hold All-Star forward Blake Griffin out of the lineup as the team weighs its future options for the forward, Pistons general manager Troy Weaver told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

According to ESPN, the Pistons are pursuing trade scenarios involving Griffin. Talks on a contract buyout could also come into play.

"After extensive conversation with Blake's representatives, it has been determined that we will begin working to facilitate a resolution regarding his future with the team that maximizes the interests of both parties," Weaver told ESPN on Monday. "We respect all the effort Blake has put forth in Detroit and his career and will work to achieve a positive outcome for all involved.