Griffin releases statement regarding departure from Cavs: 'The fit is not right'

The Cleveland Cavaliers are a team without a general manager following the announced departure of David Griffin on Monday after three full seasons with the organization.

Griffin released the following statement concerning his leaving the franchise, courtesy of ESPN's Dave McMenamin:

As of today, I am stepping down from my role as GM of the Cavs. Our basketball family, at the CCC and at the Q has experienced unprecedented success together both on the floor and off and I remain deeply appreciative of the opportunity Dan Gilbert and his ownership group afforded us to build and lead this world-championship caliber organization.

I am certain that the organization and the incredibly dedicated and passionate team that puts their heart and souls into this daily, will continue to push towards even greater heights. My wife, Meredith, and I will continue to be vested in the success of Believeland and can't thank the fans of this great city enough for the kindness you all have shown us.

I am extremely excited for my next challenge in the NBA, however, (team owner) Dan (Gilbert) and I know now that (we) are a team built largely on the concept of it and we are now at a point where the fit is not right for us to continue with one another.

Gilbert is reportedly targeting current ESPN analyst Chauncey Billups to become the new president of basketball operations, who would then be responsible for hiring a new GM to replace Griffin.