Detroit Pistons: Pros and cons of potentially trading Blake Griffin

Troy Weaver and the Detroit Pistons have a significant decision on the horizon: Should they trade Blake Griffin or give him a chance to make a comeback?

The Detroit Pistons are approaching an offseason that could bring about great change. Recently hired general manager Troy Weaver has committed to restoring the greatness of a once-prominent franchise, and will need to do an internal evaluation of the assets on hand.

No player will be under more of a microscope than Blake Griffin, who boasts the biggest contract of any player on the current roster.

It would be difficult to find an individual who disagrees with the statement that Griffin is the best player on the Pistons. He’s a six-time All-Star and five-time All-NBA honoree with seven separate postseason appearances under his belt.

There may be some debate as to whether or not the 2011 Rookie of the Year is a Hall of Famer, but there’s no doubting that he’ll be in the discussion.

10 years into his decorated NBA career, however, Griffin’s career is at a proverbial crossroads. He’s still one of the most prolific talents that the NBA has to offer, but he’s also 31 years of age with a laundry list of injuries behind him.

As such, it’s entirely possible that the Pistons will look to trade one of the most talented players that’s ever graced the organization—just two years after he was acquired.

The question is: How would the Detroit Pistons benefit from trading Blake Griffin? In that same breath: How would they suffer?