J.J. Hickson had a huge block at the end of regulation in Friday night's Clippers-Cavaliers game, but it was another fourth quarter rejection that stole the show. Though Hickson saved the game by getting a piece of Baron Davis' shot at the buzzer, it was his refusal to become the latest in a long line of Blake Griffin victims that opened some eyes. Griffin spun, lost Hickinson briefly and went up for the flush, only to be swatted with authority.
VIDEO: J.J. Hickson Blocks Blake Griffin, Refuses To Be Put On A Poster
Here’s Hickson going up strong to reject Griffin, leading to a three on the other end.
Not only did he stuff Grffin clean, he sent the powerful dunk-machine straight to the floor, reeling after the unexpected rejection. It wasn’t just a highlight reel play, it was a five-point swing for the Cavs, who needed every point they could get down the stretch as they tried to figure out how to finally close a game.
Hickson stepped up in a big way on both ends of the floor as the Cavs snapped an NBA record 26 game losing streak. His 27 points, 14 rebounds -- eight of which were offensive -- and four blocks, including the monster-swat of Griffin, were huge for a Cleveland team that needed a win in the worst way.
The best part for Hickson? Avoiding a posterization at the hands of Griffin. Because of that, we’ll call his night a rousing success.
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