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Blake Griffin
PF · Boston Celtics
VS
NBA
Damian Lillard
G · Portland Trail Blazers⚡ 5–3
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Blake Griffin vs Damian Lillard: Who Wins on NBA Stats?

↓ Loses
Blake Griffin
Blake Griffin
PF · Boston Celtics
VS
NBA
⚡ Winner
Damian Lillard
Damian Lillard
G · Portland Trail Blazers
Career Stats
19.0
Points Per Game
25.1
8.0
Rebounds Per Game
4.3
4.0
Assists Per Game
6.7
0.8
Steals Per Game
1.0
0.5
Blocks Per Game
0.3
49.3%
Field Goal %
43.9%
32.8%
Three Point %
37.1%
69.6%
Free Throw %
89.9%
Statistical Verdict
Damian Lillard Wins
3–5
Category Wins
8 stats compared
Durability
Griffin
Games / 82
Lillard
✦Stats via ESPN · Regular season only · 70+ games = Healthy · 55–69 = Mild Risk · <55 = Injury Risk
🤖AI Analysis

**Damian Lillard wins the statistical battle decisively, taking 5 of 8 categories.** His 24.7 PPG crushing Griffin's 19.3 tells the story—Dame is simply a more prolific scorer. Add his superior 6.6 assists per game, elite 89% free throw shooting, and deadly 37% from three, and you've got a complete offensive weapon. Griffin counters with his 7.9 rebounds and slight edge in field goal percentage, but those advantages pale next to Lillard's offensive dominance.

Griffin's signature strength was his explosive athleticism and versatility—a power forward who could handle, pass, and finish with authority above the rim. At his peak, he was basketball poetry in motion. Lillard's calling card is pure clutch gene mixed with unlimited range. When the lights are brightest, Dame delivers ice-cold daggers from logo distance, earning him the nickname "Dame Time" for his playoff heroics.

This isn't particularly close when you factor in longevity and impact. Lillard has been the undisputed engine of a playoff contender for nearly a decade, carrying teams with his scoring and leadership. Griffin had higher peaks but shorter prime years due to injuries. One player makes teammates better through gravity and playmaking, the other was more dependent on surrounding talent. **Damian Lillard is the superior player.**

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better, Blake Griffin or Damian Lillard?

Damian Lillard holds the statistical edge, winning 5 of 8 categories in this career comparison. Damian Lillard's Rebounds Per Game of 8.0 versus Blake Griffin's 4.3 is the most decisive factor — a 86% difference.

How do Blake Griffin and Damian Lillard compare in Rebounds Per Game?

Blake Griffin career Rebounds Per Game: 8.0. Damian Lillard career Rebounds Per Game: 4.3. Blake Griffin leads by 86% — dramatically ahead in this key PF metric.

Who had the better overall career, Blake Griffin or Damian Lillard?

Based on career statistics, Damian Lillard edges Blake Griffin 5-3 across key categories. Damian Lillard's Rebounds Per Game of 8.0 leads Blake Griffin's 4.3 by 86%, providing the clearest statistical evidence of the career advantage.

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