re: Griffin Sports Illustrated article

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In Kyrie’s case, he had problems with LeBron and wanted out. The problem with trading him from what I saw is that LeBron’s refusal to commit meant that they went with a centerpiece that would help the team after he left (Nets pick) as opposed to someone like Paul George who would walk if LeBron didn’t stay.

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They had the ability to get both Paul George and Eric Bledsoe when LeBron was in Cleveland, but Griff didn't pull the trigger because LeBron wouldn't commit.