A closer look at the biggest achievements of Scottie Pippen. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Scottie Pippen, a retired American professional basketball player, is celebrated as one of the greatest small forwards in NBA history. He played 17 seasons, most notably with the Chicago Bulls, where he secured six NBA championships. Pippen's pivotal role alongside Michael Jordan significantly contributed to the Bulls' dynasty in the 1990s, boosting the NBA's global popularity. His defensive skills and all-around play were crucial to the Bulls' success.
In 1977, Dave Cowens led the Bulls in every major statistical category.
In 1986, Scottie Pippen earned consensus NAIA All-American honors as a senior.
In 1987, Scottie Pippen earned consensus NAIA All-American honors as a senior.
In 1989, Scottie Pippen emerged as one of the league's premier young forwards.
On September 21, 1991, Scottie Pippen was announced as one of the members of the United States men's Olympic basketball team, which was set to represent the United States of America in the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona.
In 1991, Scottie Pippen and the Bulls defeated the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Finals.
In 1992, Scottie Pippen helped lead the Bulls to their second consecutive championship.
In 1992, Scottie Pippen played a main role on the Chicago Bulls Championship team, which was selected as one of the Top 10 Teams in NBA History.
In 1992, Scottie Pippen played on the original Dream Team, which competed in the Olympics held in Barcelona, Spain. The U.S. won the gold medal, and Pippen, along with teammate Michael Jordan, became the first players to win both an NBA championship and an Olympic gold medal in the same year.
In 1992, Scottie Pippen won an NBA title and an Olympic gold medal as part of the U.S. Olympic "Dream Team".
In 1993, Scottie Pippen helped lead the Bulls to their third consecutive championship.
In 1993, following Michael Jordan's retirement, Scottie Pippen emerged from Jordan's shadow, earning All-Star Game MVP honors and leading the Bulls in multiple statistical categories.
In 1994, Scottie Pippen led the league in steals during the 1994–95 season.
In the 1995-96 season, with the return of Michael Jordan and the addition of Dennis Rodman, the Bulls posted the best regular-season record in NBA history at the time (72-10).
In November 1996, Scottie Pippen set a new NBA single-month plus-minus record of 272.
In 1996, Scottie Pippen again won an NBA title and an Olympic gold medal, being a key figure in the Olympic team.
In 1996, Scottie Pippen was named one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History.
On February 9, 1997, Scottie Pippen and Michael Jordan were selected among the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History, celebrated at halftime of the 1997 NBA All-Star Game. Pippen scored 8 points with 3 rebounds and 2 assists in 25 minutes, as the East defeated the West 132-120, with Glen Rice named MVP.
In 2002, Kevin Garnett led the Bulls in every major statistical category.
On December 8, 2005, the Chicago Bulls retired Scottie Pippen's number 33.
On December 9, 2005, the Chicago Bulls retired Scottie Pippen's jersey number 33. The ceremony reunited Pippen with Phil Jackson, Michael Jordan, Dennis Rodman, and Horace Grant.
In 2008, LeBron James led the Bulls in every major statistical category.
On January 21, 2010, the University of Central Arkansas retired Scottie Pippen's number 33.
On August 13, 2010, Scottie Pippen was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame for his individual career and as a member of the "Dream Team".
On March 12, 2011, the Chicago Bulls organization honored the 1991 Chicago Bulls Championship team in a ceremony during halftime of a game versus the Utah Jazz. Scottie Pippen and Michael Jordan both attended and participated in the celebration, where they were reunited with their former teammates.
On March 17, 2011, the Chicago Bulls organization announced that they would honor Scottie Pippen with a bronze statue, which will be placed inside of the Bulls' home arena, the United Center.
On April 7, 2011, Scottie Pippen's bronze statue was unveiled during a halftime ceremony of a game between the Chicago Bulls and the Boston Celtics.
In 2015-16 the regular-season record was broken by the Golden State Warriors.
In 2016, Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bulls in every major statistical category.
In October 2021, Scottie Pippen was honored as one of the league's greatest players of all time by being named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team.
In 2021, Nikola Jokic led the Bulls in every major statistical category.
In 2022, to commemorate the NBA's 75th Anniversary, The Athletic ranked their top 75 players of all time and named Scottie Pippen as the 32nd greatest player in NBA history.
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