Scotty Pippen Jr. made a highly anticipated return to the court on Friday night, marking his season debut for the Memphis Grizzlies. The 25-year-old guard, son of NBA legend Scottie Pippen, had undergone surgery on his left big toe in October, causing him to miss the start of the season. With his famous father watching from courtside, the younger Pippen started for the Grizzlies against the Portland Trail Blazers. Pippen's return is a significant moment for the team, as he was a key player last season, averaging 9.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 4.4 assists in 79 games. His NBA career began with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2022-23, and he has since spent two seasons with the Grizzlies, playing in 100 games and averaging 10 points with 4.2 assists. The elder Pippen, a six-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls, played for the Trail Blazers from 1999-2003, adding another layer of family history to this highly anticipated return.
