Kevin Griffin

Who is Kevin Griffin?

Kevin Griffin is an American professional basketball Shooting guard/Small forward, currently playing in Nicaragua South America for Costa Caribe HEMCO.

A graduate of Lynn University, 6 ft 5 in Griffin started his pro career with the USBL team Tampa Bay Windjammers in 1998, where in 18 games he averaged 17 points and 6 rebounds per game, while shooting 47 percent from the floor and over 39 percent from the three point range. In 1999 he averaged 19 points and 5 reounds per game. Two years later, he made his first move into European basketball, by signing for British Basketball League club Derby Storm in 2001, making his debut against the Chester Jets on September 1, and eventually being named in the 2001 All-Star game.

After one season at Derby, where he averaged 23.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2 steals per game. Griffin transferred to Midlands rivals Birmingham Bullets, a powerhouse in the league at the time for the 2003-2004 season. Where he was voted team "Offensive Player of The Year, he averaged 15 points and 5 rebounds per game while helping the team reach the BBL Trophy Semifinals. However, with off-court disputes and distractions aplenty at the Bullets, Griffin did not return for a second year, instead opting for a move to Irish team UCC Blue Demons for the 2003-04 season. In just one season in Ireland, the guard helped his team to an appearance in the Playoff final, earning runners-up spot, while averaging 19 points and 6 rebounds.