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OU's Blake Griffin is great, but he needs help
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Blake Griffin can’t play much better than he already is in this NCAA Tournament.
ESPN’s Steve Lavin nonchalantly called Griffin Superman. Griffin’s feats are amazing; his numbers historic. Through two games, against outmanned foes, Griffin is averaging 30.5 points and 15.0 rebounds.
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