As training camp edged closer, Griffin’s appearances — and communication with the organization — diminished,” The Athletic says of AJ Griffin.

The Houston Rockets and forward A.J. Griffin have agreed to a buyout, per the Houston Chronicle's Jonathan Feigen. Griffin, the 16th overall pick in the

As had been expected, the Houston Rockets and A.J. Griffin have agreed to the terms of a buyout the team announced. The buyout is for a reported $250,000 and allows “him to sit out the season while considering whether to continue his career, a person with knowledge of the agreement” told Jonathan Fiegan of the Houston Chronicle.

Seventh in a series A look at key questions for the Houston Rockets ahead of training camp, which opens Oct. 1. Is there any competition for roster spots? With Friday’s agreement to buy out and waive forward A.

With AJ Griffin off the roster, Houston may wait to see what opportunities open up around the league before filling it, Jonathan Feigen suggests.

The Houston Rockets recently announced the release of forward A.J. Griffin. A recent acquisition, Griffin is 21 years old and was set to enter his third NBA season, however, he has decided to step away from basketball.