NBA star Blake Griffin comes from a sports-oriented family, with both his parents, Tommy Griffin and Gail Griffin, having been involved in athletic pursuits in the past.
Blake’s father, Tommy Griffin, is of Afro‑Haitian descent and was a standout basketball center and track athlete at Northwestern Oklahoma State University before becoming a coach.
He coached Blake and his older brother, Taylor, at Oklahoma Christian School, where he led the team to multiple state championships and was deeply involved in youth basketball in Oklahoma.
Tommy’s passion for sports and coaching helped shape Blake’s competitive drive and early success on the court.
His mother, Gail Griffin, born March 21, 1951, worked as a teacher in Oklahoma. She was a cheerleader in high school and balanced her career with raising her family, including homeschooling Blake and his brother, Taylor in their early years.
Gail supported her sons’ athletic goals while providing a stable home environment, and she remained a familiar presence at Blake’s games throughout his career.
Blake grew up alongside his older brother, Taylor Griffin, who also became a professional basketball player. Their family emphasized education and athletics, with both parents heavily involved in nurturing their sons’ talents
While his parents supported his rising career, he has now been named a finalist for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026, honoring his outstanding NBA career.
Since retiring from the NBA in April 2024, he has worked as a studio analyst for Amazon Prime Video NBA coverage and remains active in media and basketball commentary.
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