Fans are buzzing after Scotty Pippen Jr.’s latest show-stopping performance against the Lakers, where he carried on his family legacy with an exceptional game. After a promising 2023-24 season, the 23-year-old has truly hit his stride, and he’s only getting better. It’s a moment of pride not only for Scotty Jr. but for his father, NBA legend Scottie Pippen, who’s been cheering on his son every step of the way. As Scotty Jr. continues to make his mark, NBA stars and celebrities are sharing their excitement and congratulating the rising star.
Scotty Jr. made history in the Memphis Grizzlies’ 128-104 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday. Securing the first triple-double of his career, he posted 11 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds—a stat line that landed him and his father in the record books. Scottie and Scotty Jr. have now become the first father-son duo in NBA history to record a triple-double.
Bleacher Report quickly spotlighted the record-breaking feat, stirring up more applause from fans and family. Scotty Jr.’s mother, Larsa Pippen, proudly showed her support, commenting on the post with fiery emojis. Scottie himself couldn’t contain his pride, taking to Instagram to share the moment. “Congrats @spippenjr
Proud to share this moment with my son,” he wrote.
Of course, it wasn’t only the Pippen family that celebrated. 3x champ Dwyane Wade added his support with fire emojis, commemorating the new generation’s achievements. Wade, who surpassed Scottie Pippen on the NBA all-time scoring list in 2015, was clearly impressed by Scotty Jr.’s breakout moment. Fellow NBA vet Mark Jackson also joined in, leaving three fire emojis—a small yet meaningful tribute from a former rival who had faced Scottie a total of 70 times in his career.
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The support didn’t stop there. Fast & Furious actor Tyrese Gibson also dropped in with four fire emojis on X, showing his love for the young player. Gibson and Scottie share a friendship that goes beyond the court, having partied together for Tyrese’s 43rd birthday just last year.
Scotty Pippen Jr.’s rise
It’s been a thrilling ride for Scotty Pippen Jr., who’s now making a name for himself in the NBA in more ways than one. While many sons of NBA legends have found their way into the league, Scotty Jr. has already set a unique record that has fans and analysts watching closely. His style, too, seems to mirror his father Scottie Pippen’s iconic game, blending skill and poise on the court. Now, with a fresh contract inked with the Memphis Grizzlies, he’s ready to add to his growing legacy.
Since joining the Grizzlies, Scotty Jr. has kept up the momentum, showcasing his skills in a solid 2023-24 season where he averaged 12.9 points and 4.7 assists per game. He’s quickly proving that he can hold his own among some of the best in the league—a feat that only boosts his reputation.
Memphis Grizzlies’ GM Zach Kleiman couldn’t help but acknowledge Scotty Jr.’s performance, especially during the Summer League, where he nearly secured MVP honors. Building on those performances, Pippen is now averaging 11.6 points, 6.9 assists, and 4.2 rebounds per game, establishing himself as a key rotation piece on the Grizzlies roster. It won’t be surprising to see the 24-year-old improve further.
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