“From Running in the United Center to Playing on Its Floor: Scotty Pippen Jr.’s Surreal Journey Comes Full Circle”
Chicago, IL: Scotty Pippen Jr., the son of NBA legend Scottie Pippen, recently made a triumphant return to the city where his father left an indelible mark. Playing at the United Center for the first time since childhood, Pippen Jr. expressed the surreal feeling of seeing his father’s name in the rafters among the Bulls’ greats.
Pippen Sr., alongside Michael Jordan, crafted a dynasty for the Chicago Bulls, winning six championships in a spectacular fashion. The retired jersey of Pippen Sr. remains a symbol of his contribution to the franchise, and now his son is ready to create his own legacy.
Undrafted in the 2022 NBA Draft, Scotty Pippen Jr. had a brief stint with the LA Lakers. However, he found limited playing time and spent a significant portion of the 2022-23 season with the South Bay Lakers in the G-League. Now, signing a two-year two-way deal with the Memphis Grizzlies, Pippen Jr. is poised for a more prominent role.
The Grizzlies, grappling with a series of injuries to key players, present a significant opportunity for Pippen Jr. to showcase his skills. With Ja Morant sidelined for the season and other notable players dealing with injuries, Pippen Jr. could be a pivotal asset for the team.
Scottie Pippen, expressing pride in his son’s achievements, congratulated Pippen Jr. on his new journey with the Grizzlies. “To new beginnings…Very proud to see [Pippen Jr.] take his talents to the Grizzlies. Congrats son!” he tweeted.
As Memphis faces challenges with their roster, Pippen Jr.’s agility, scoring ability, and basketball IQ may be the solution the team needs. A new chapter in the Pippen legacy is unfolding, and fans are eager to witness the next generation carry the torch with the same fire and passion that defined the Chicago Bulls’ golden era.
In a season marred by adversity, Scotty Pippen Jr.’s journey from a Chicago kid running around the United Center to stepping onto its floor reflects the emotional and awe-inspiring nature of sports narratives. The story of the Pippen legacy continues, this time in the vibrant colors of Memphis.
His father, Scottie Pippen, was happy with the big news and congratulated his son ahead of his new journey in Memphis.
“To new beginnings…Very proud to see [Pippen Jr.] take his talents to the Grizzlies. Congrats son!”
“Grizzlies fans can expect a guy that’s going to come here and give it his all and seize the best of this opportunity.”@spippenjr joins @MyMikeCheck during shootaround ahead of tonight’s game against the Bulls. pic.twitter.com/Hz0CHIewxv
— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) January 20, 2024
