Scotty Pippen Jr. is a promising NBA player (Image via Getty Images) Following his climb up the G League ranks, Scotty Pippen Jr. signed a two-way deal with the Memphis Grizzlies for the 2023–24 season. The Grizzlies made his role in Memphis firm during the offseason by signing him to a multi-year standard contract. Recently, the Grizzlies’ star penned a heart-touching birthday wish for his father and the NBA giant, Scotty Pippen.
Scotty Pippen Jr. honors father with birthday wish after career-high game against Bulls
Scotty Pippen Jr., son of former Chicago Bulls player Scottie Pippen, posted an earnest Instagram post wishing his father on his birthday. He uploaded an Instagram Story, wrote:“Happy birthday to the og @scottiepippen..”Scotty Pippen Jr., Scottie Pippen’s son, is very active on social media. Following his remarkable performance in the Memphis Grizzlies’ 142-131 win over the Chicago Bulls, he posted a genuine Instagram post. Pippen Jr. reached a career-high score of 30 points, 10 assists, and two rebounds, showcasing his well-rounded talent, within the same arena where his dad used to play.
Scotty Pippen Jr.’s message for Scottie Pippen (Image via Instagram / @spippenjr)
Scotty Pippen Jr. believes in himself and is eagerly anticipating the next NBA season.”This year is going to be big for me,” he said to TMZ Sports reporters. The Memphis Grizzlies guard seemed upbeat in a recent interview at LAX, suggesting that his third NBA season could be a career turning point.Against the Chicago Bulls, a team that is deeply ingrained in his father Scottie Pippen’s legacy, Scotty Pippen Jr. put on his greatest effort to date. Before taking the court, Pippen Jr. relayed his father’s words. Pippen Jr. stated: “It’s a dream come true. It’s crazy to say I put up 30 and 10 in the gym where my dad had played.. It means everything to me and my family. I talked to my dad tonight about coming in here and playing. He just told me to go out there and kill it, so that’s what I tried to do.”
Scotty Pippen Jr. reflects on growth and strong performance ahead of next NBA season
In preparation for the Grizzlies’ next season, Scotty Pippen Jr. has been working hard in Los Angeles. As he puts it, “I feel like I’ve taken another step in my career.” He is pleased with his development. Pippen is hopeful after recording a decent 2023–24 campaign with Memphis, where he scored close to 10 points per game. Pippen had begun his NBA career with the Clippers in 2022–2023 and now hopes to take it forward with the Grizzlies.https://x.com/BleacherReport/status/1546324527772078080?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1546324527772078080%7Ctwgr%5E0282bc88715d01b3e85c8b20b54142858e53c7b9%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.si.com%2Ffannation%2Fnba%2Ffastbreak%2Fscotty-pippen-jr-sends-instagram-story-message-to-father-birthdayHe has solidified himself and is coming into a favorable season where he made 49.3% from the field and 41.7% from three-point range in 21 games (16 starts) and posted 12.9 points, 3.2 rebounds, 4.7 assists, and 1.2 steals per game.He registered 41.6% from the field and 32.5% from three-point territory in 36 games during his junior year, averaging 20.4 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per contest.Also read: Scotty Pippen Jr. claims he’ll steal the spotlight in the 2025-26 NBA season