Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Scotty Pippen Jr.
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Scotty Pippen Jr. made an impact.
Scotty Pippen Jr. is an American professional basketball player currently with the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA. Before turning pro, he played college basketball at Vanderbilt University. He is notable as the son of NBA legend Scottie Pippen and television personality Larsa Pippen, adding to his public profile. His career focuses on his individual performance and contributions within the Grizzlies team, marking his transition from college athlete to a professional player.
November 20, 2019: Freshman Season High
On November 20, 2019, Scotty Pippen Jr. scored a freshman season-high of 21 points in a 90–72 win over Austin Peay.
March 7, 2020: Season Finale Points
On March 7, 2020, Scotty Pippen Jr. scored 21 points in an 83–74 victory over South Carolina.
December 27, 2020: 30-Point Game
On December 27, 2020, Scotty Pippen Jr. scored 30 points in an 87–50 win over Alcorn State.
January 9, 2021: First Double-Double
On January 9, 2021, Scotty Pippen Jr. recorded his first double-double, with 18 points and 12 assists in an 84–81 loss to Mississippi State.
January 27, 2021: 32 Points Scored
On January 27, 2021, Scotty Pippen Jr. scored 32 points in a 78–71 loss to Florida.
April 10, 2021: Declared for NBA Draft
On April 10, 2021, Scotty Pippen Jr. declared for the 2021 NBA draft while maintaining his future college eligibility.
December 7, 2021: Game-Tying Three-Pointer
On December 7, 2021, Scotty Pippen Jr. made a last-second three-pointer to tie the game against Temple.
April 18, 2022: Declared for 2022 NBA draft
On April 18, 2022, Scotty Pippen Jr. declared for the 2022 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining future college eligibility.
July 1, 2022: Signed with Los Angeles Lakers
On July 1, 2022, Scotty Pippen Jr. signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.
September 7, 2023: Re-signed with Lakers
On September 7, 2023, Scotty Pippen Jr. re-signed with the Lakers on an Exhibit 10 contract.
October 28, 2023: Rejoined South Bay Lakers
On October 28, 2023, Scotty Pippen Jr. rejoined the South Bay Lakers.
January 16, 2024: Signed with Memphis Grizzlies
On January 16, 2024, Scotty Pippen Jr. signed a two-way contract with the Memphis Grizzlies.
November 2, 2024: Career-High Assists
On November 2, 2024, Scotty Pippen Jr. recorded 12 points and a career-high 13 assists in a 124–107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
