Scotty Pippen Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Memphis Grizzlies

Draws start Monday Pippen is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against Denver.

Impact Pippen starts alongside Desmond Bane (back) in the Grizzlies' backcourt. Pippen is averaging 10.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, 6.2 assists and 1.8 steals in 27.0 minutes across five prior starts this season -- although none have come alongside Bane to this point.

MARCH 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses off bench in return Pippen amassed 18 points (6-9 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 4-8 FT), three rebounds, two assists and four steals across 23 minutes during Friday's 99-97 win over the Spurs.

Impact Pippen returned Friday after missing the previous three games with a left bruised shin, leading all bench players in the contest in scoring while swiping a team-high steals total to provide a spark on on the second unit in a narrow victory. Pippen posted his second-highest point total of the season, coming up one point shy of tying his season high of 19 points which was recorded Feb. 2 against Boston. Pippen's defensive effort was one of his best of the year, setting a new season high in steals while recording his third game with three or more steals this season.

MARCH 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scotty Pippen Jr. Highlights | Memphis Grizzlies vs. San Antonio Spurs

MARCH 23, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Gets green light Pippen (shin) has been cleared to play Friday against the Spurs.

Impact Pippen missed the Grizzlies' last three matchups while on the mend from a left bruised shin, but he'll be back in action Friday evening. He should be in line for more chances due to the absence of Desmond Bane (back).

MARCH 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Pippen (shin) is questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Pippen has missed the last three games due to a left shin contusion, but it's encouraging to see him listed as questionable on the Grizzlies' initial injury report rather than being immediately ruled out. If he's available Friday, he could see increased playing time since Desmond Bane (back) is doubtful.

MARCH 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play versus Warriors Pippen (leg) will not play against the Warriors on Wednesday.

Impact This will be the third game in a row on the shelf for Pippen, and the Grizzlies continue to rule him out for games a day in advance. He could find himself with some rotation minutes once he's cleared, as the Grizzlies are very shorthanded at the moment.

MARCH 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Pipped (lower leg) is out for Monday's game against the Kings.

Impact Pippen will miss a second consecutive game due to left shin soreness. The severity of his injury is not clear at this point, but if he can return to the lineup in the near future, Pippen could carve out a significant role due to the team's laundry list of injuries.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Pippen has been ruled out of Saturday's game against the Thunder due to left shin soreness.

Impact Pippen logged 27 minutes against the Hornets on Wednesday, tallying nine points, four rebounds and 10 assists, but it seems the injuries have resurfaced. He missed 12 games in a row between Feb. 14 and March 12, and it remains to be seen whether he'll miss more than Saturday's contest. His next chance to feature will come against the Kings on Monday.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with shin soreness Pippen is questionable for Saturday's game against the Thunder due to left shin soreness.

Impact Pippen recently missed a 12-game stretch due to a lumbar disc bulge, but he returned to action Wednesday and posted nine points, 10 assists and two steals in 27 minutes as a starter during a 110-98 loss to the Hornets. It's encouraging to see the youngster is past the back issue, but the severity of his new injury remains unclear.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out 10 dimes in return Pippen tallied nine points (4-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 assists, four rebounds, two steals and one block across 27 minutes Wednesday in the Grizzlies' 110-98 loss to the Hornets.

Impact Back in action after missing the Grizzlies' previous 12 games with a lumbar disc bulge, Pippen stepped into the starting five and came through with excellent production for those that used him in DFS lineups or streamed him for assists in season-long leagues. If Pippen can stick in a 25-plus-minute starting gig, he would have some appeal in 12-team leagues, but his game-to-game role will most likely be highly volatile. Both Pippen and fellow point guard Jordan Goodwin -- who played 19 minutes Wednesday -- are on two-way deals, and both are eligible to be active for only a limited number of games the rest of the season. As a result, Pippen and/or Goodwin could wind up being healthy inactives for certain games down the stretch, making them risky options. Moreover, Desmond Bane (ankle) looks to be closing in on a return, and though he typically plays on the wing, he could siphon away some playmaking responsibilities from Pippen.

MARCH 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Enters starting lineup Pippen is in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus Charlotte.

Impact Pippen will replace Jordan Goodwin in the starting lineup Wednesday. Pippen is averaging 10.8 points, 5.3 assists, 2.8 rebounds, 1.8 steals and 1.0 blocks in 27.0 minutes across his previous four starts this season.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Charlotte Pippen (back) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Hornets.

Impact Pippen has been upgraded from questionable to available Wednesday after missing Memphis' last 12 contests with a lower back injury. Pippen is averaging 10.5 points, 4.5 assists, 3.4 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 22.6 minutes across his eight appearances in 2023-24.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Wednesday Coach Taylor Jenkings said Pippen (back) should be available for Wednesday's game versus the Hornets, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.

Impact Pippen is officially listed as questionable Wednesday due to a lower back injury. However, the 23-year-old guard is expected to snap his 12-game absence streak against Charlotte.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Charlotte Pippen (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Wizards.

Impact Pippen is in danger of missing his 13th straight game Wednesday due to a bulging disc in his lower back. While the 23-year-old guard is reportedly close to returning, he will likely be on a minutes restriction early on.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Tuesday Pippen (back) will not play Tuesday against the Wizards.

Impact Pippen is still recovering from a bulging disc in his lower back, and he's said to be nearing a return. However, a specific timetable has yet to be announced, and the Grizzlies could err on the side of caution.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as doubtful Pippen (back) has ascended to doubtful in advance of Tuesday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Pippen was set to be re-evaluated three weeks from Feb. 16 while dealing with a bulging disc in his lower back, although last Friday's re-evaluation date came without any formal update on the 23-year-old. His elevation to being listed as doubtful means that a return could be on the horizon, although disc issues can be pain-tolerance injuries, which makes estimating a specific return fickle.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least three weeks The Grizzlies announced Friday that Pippen will be re-evaluated in three weeks after he was diagnosed with a bulging disc in his lower back following an MRI.

Impact Since joining Memphis on a two-way deal Jan. 16, Pippen had appeared in eight games (four starts) for the NBA club, averaging 10.5 points, 4.5 assists, 3.4 rebounds, 1.6 three-pointers and 1.0 steals in 22.6 minutes per contest. Despite his strong per-minute production, the Grizzlies had been prudent in deciding which games to keep him active; due to NBA rules for two-way players and the timing of his signing, Pippen is eligible to be active for 26 games for the rest of the season. The low-back injury Pippen suffered in Monday's win over the Rockets likely means that the Grizzlies won't have to manage his active games count as conservatively, but he'll nonetheless miss out on an opportunity to play meaningful minutes while Memphis contends with other injuries to key backcourt players. With Pippen, Marcus Smart (finger) and Ja Morant (shoulder) all sidelined, two-way player Jacob Gilyard, veteran Derrick Rose (ankle) and 10-day signee Jordan Goodwin now represent the Grizzlies' main options at point guard.

FEBRUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Pippen (back) is out for Thursday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Pippen will miss his second straight contest Thursday due to lower back soreness. His next chance to suit up will come after the All-Star break on Feb. 23 against the Clippers.

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Wednesday Pippen will be inactive for Wednesday's game against Houston, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Pippen exited Monday's loss to New Orleans with lower back soreness, and the injury will sideline him Wednesday. Jacob Gilyard and new signee Jordan Goodwin are candidates to step up as primary ballhandlers, with Pippen's next opportunity to take the court coming Thursday versus Milwaukee.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back soreness Pippen has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's contest against New Orleans due to lower back soreness.

Impact Pippen exited in the second half of Monday's game and was unable to return. Memphis assigned Jacob Gilyard to the G League on Monday, but he and John Konchar could lead the rotation as key ballhandlers if Pippen is unable to suit up Wednesday versus Houston.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against New Orleans Pippen is starting Monday's game against the Pelicans, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Pippen was inactive for Saturday's game against the Hornets due to a coach's decision, as the Grizzlies have been managing his workload as a two-way player. However, he'll join the starting lineup in his return to action Monday. Over his three starts this season, Pippen has averaged 12.3 points, 5.0 assists and 2.7 rebounds in 27.7 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed inactive for Saturday Pippen (coach's decision) is listed as inactive for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Pippen started Thursday's game against the Bulls and fared well with 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal across 29 minutes. Pippen is on a two-way contract, so the Grizzlies may simply be saving his eligible games.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another strong showing Pippen registered 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal across 29 minutes during Thursday's 118-110 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Pippen has been trusted into a prominent role in recent games due to the team's lack of depth, as evidenced by the fact he's logged 20 or more minutes in five of his last six appearances, including making three starts in that span. Pippen is averaging 12.5 points, 4.8 assists and 3.8 rebounds per game across that six-game stretch.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Chicago Pippen will be in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Pippen will be one of nine available players for Memphis on Thursday, so he should get all the run he can handle. He's capable of putting up decent stat lines when given the minutes, so he could be someone to consider as a potential streamer.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes most of opportunity Pippen totaled 19 points (6-11 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one steal across 27 minutes during Sunday's 131-91 loss to the Celtics.

Impact With Memphis shorthanded again, Pippen got another opportunity to showcase his skill set. The two-way point guard has played at least 20 minutes four times this season and scored in double figures in each of those contests, averaging 14.0 points (51.4 percent from the field), 4.8 assists, 4.5 rebounds and 1.8 steals in 26.3 minutes per game. While Pippen has proven capable of fantasy-relevant production when given extended playing time, the 23-year-old will likely be relegated to the G League if the Grizzlies get healthier over the next few days.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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