Pippen ended Sunday's 136-121 win over Indiana with four points (2-7 FG, 0-4 3Pt), one rebound and two assists in 11 minutes.
Pippen's minutes continue to trend in the wrong direction with the Grizzlies getting healthier. He's seen 14 or fewer minutes in three of the past four games, so he'll be a hard player to trust in fantasy formats while Ja Morant is upright. Plus, it doesn't help that the Grizzlies use such a large rotation.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Slides back to bench Friday
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Pippen will come off the bench in Friday's game against the Pelicans.
With Ja Morant (knee) returning to game action, Pippen will retreat to his normal role off the bench. In his last five outings (four starts), the 24-year-old averaged 15.2 points, 5.4 assists, 4.6 rebounds and 1.0 steals while shooting 58.5 percent from the field across 25.4 minutes per game. It wouldn't come as a surprise if Morant remains under a minutes restriction, meaning Pippen could still see plenty of playing time off the bench.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Back in bench role
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Pippen isn't starting Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.
As anticipated, Pippen will return to his usual bench role following the return of Ja Morant from a hip injury. Pippen had a solid run with the first unit, averaging 13.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.1 steals in eight starts.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Explodes for season-high 30 points
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Pippen closed Saturday's 142-131 win over the Bulls with 30 points (13-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and 10 assists across 31 minutes.
Pippen hadn't been putting up good scoring numbers of late, as he had failed to surpass the 15-point mark in four of his previous five contests. However, Pippen bounced back admirably and notched his best scoring mark of the campaign -- and by a wide margin. Pippen has been playing well as the starting point guard in place of Ja Morant (hip), and even though Pippen's numbers will likely experience a regression once Morant is ready to return, Pippen seems to have earned a steady role in the rotation going forward.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Scores 15 points in loss to LAL
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Pippen totaled 15 points (6-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 128-123 loss to the Lakers.
Pippen's presence in the starting lineup will likely last only until Ja Morant (hip) is cleared to return, but the 24-year-old is doing everything he can to show he belongs in the league. Pippen is averaging 14.3 points, 5.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game in his three starts this season. Morant is considered week-to-week and his return date is uncertain, so Pippen should remain in the starting unit for Friday's game against the Warriors.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Starting at point
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Pippen will start at point guard in Friday's game versus the Wizards.
With Ja Morant (hip) sidelined, Pippen will get the keys to the car as the Grizzlies' point guard. It marks his first start of the season. The guard has averaged 11.7 points, 3.6 rebounds and 6.4 assists across 25.8 minutes in nine games off the bench.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Dishes out 13 assists
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Pippen notched 12 points (4-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, 13 assists and one steal over 29 minutes during Saturday's 124-107 victory over Philadelphia.
Pippen secured his third double-double of the young season with the help of yet another sparkling performance as a passer. The Vandy product has consistently produced off the bench so far this year, averaging 11.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, 7.3 assists and 1.3 steals in 25.1 minutes. His playing time may take a small hit once Marcus Smart (ankle) and Luke Kennard (foot) return to play, but it's tough to imagine Pippen not seeing close to 20 minutes a night even when the team gets healthy, at least while he's producing at his current level.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Records season-high 16 points
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Pippen finished Thursday's 122-99 win over the Bucks with 16 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across 27 minutes.
With Marcus Smart (ankle), John Konchar (quadriceps) and Luke Kennard (foot) all out, Pippen continued to receive extended playing time during Wednesday's win. Pippen has flourished to start the season, averaging 10.8 points, 6.3 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 24.5 minutes across six appearances. If the Grizzlies continue to suffer from multiple injuries in the backcourt, the 24-year-old guard will garner serious fantasy interest.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Another double-digit assist effort
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Pippen finished with 14 points (6-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt), four rebounds, 10 assists, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Monday's 126-123 loss to Chicago.
Starting point guard Ja Morant (thigh) was out for Monday's loss. Though Pippen didn't get the start, he got starter's minutes and functionally ran the team's offense. The performance marked Pippen's second consecutive with double-digit assists after handing out 12 dimes in 23 minutes during the home-opener win against the Magic. Pippen was not someone who was typically drafted in fantasy, but he's proving to be a strong source of production off Memphis' bench. The team is dealing with significant injuries to reserve players, but Pippen proved himself last season and has continued to perform well enough this season to seemingly earn coach Taylor Jenkins' confidence.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Tallies 13 points off bench Friday
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Pippen closed with 13 points (4-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds and four assists across 24 minutes during Friday's 128-108 loss to Houston.
Pippen led the bench in scoring Friday and was one of four Grizzlies players to score in double digits. Pippen averaged 26.4 minutes per game over the final 12 regular-season contests of the 2023-24 campaign, and the 23-year-old guard should have opportunities to produce in a reserve role this year behind Ja Morant, Desmond Bane and Marcus Smart.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Dishes six dimes vs. Dallas
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Pippen logged 12 points (4-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six assists and two rebounds over 18 minutes in Monday's 121-116 preseason win over the Mavericks.
Pippen saw extended playing time Monday after Ja Morant (ankle) departed for the locker room. Pippen took advantage of the extended playing time by recording a team-high six assists while connecting on all four shots from the field. Pippen signed a two-year, two-way contract with the Grizzlies in January, and he started the last 11 games of the 2023-24 regular season, during which he averaged 14.5 points, 4.5 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 2.0 steals over 26.7 minutes. Pippen is looking to establish himself as the first guard off the bench behind Morant and Marcus Smart.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Scores 29 in Summer League finale
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Pippen had 29 points (9-24 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 10-13 FT), five rebounds, 11 assists, four steals and two blocks in 36 minutes during Monday's Summer League Championship Game against the Heat.
Pippen didn't have his shot working from the field, but he finished second on his team in scoring by getting to the charity stripe at will. He also showcased his passing ability, securing a double-double to close out Summer League play.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Drops triple-double in semifinals
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Pippen logged 23 points (5-15 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 10-10 FT), 10 rebounds, 10 assists, two steals and a block during 33 minutes of Sunday's Summer League semifinals game against the Clippers.
Pippen had arguably his best game of Summer League, doling out 10 assists while turning the ball over only three times. The point guard is entering his third NBA season and, after showing out in Las Vegas, could be a candidate to have his two-way contract converted into a standard deal. Pippen and the Grizzlies will face the winner of Golden State vs Miami in the Summer League Championship on Monday.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Productive on both ends in loss
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Pippen posted 21 points (8-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-7 FT), five assists and three steals across 34 minutes in Monday's 97-95 overtime loss to the Jazz in the Salt Lake City Summer League.
Pippen's defense and ability to get a bucket were on display Monday, and he and Keyonte George provided a thrilling Summer League matchup. Pippen got solid playing time due to a litany of injuries while on a two-way pact with the Grizzlies last season, during which he averaged 12.9 points, 4.7 assists, 3.2 rebounds and 1.7 steals across 25.1 minutes. The 23-year-old also shot 49.3 percent from the field and 41.7 percent from deep, and he could prove to be a valuable backup option for the Grizzlies this upcoming year.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Nabs two steals vs. Cavaliers
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Pippen chipped in 18 points (7-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, six assists and two steals over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 110-98 loss to the Cavaliers.
Pippen continues to be disruptive on the defensive end of the floor, as he recorded two steals for the fourth straight game. He also extended his double-digit scoring streak to four, as the injury-riddled Grizzlies fielded just eight players Wednesday. Over his last 10 games, Pippen has averaged 13.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 2.2 steals over 26.2 minutes per game.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Productive in loss
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Pippen logged 14 points (4-15 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 6-7 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, one block and four steals over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 102-87 loss to San Antonio.
Pippen had a very productive night on the stat sheet, but it was at the expense of his shooting percentages. Memphis is dressing only eight players these days due to injuries, so Pippen will likely see heavy usage every time he's active.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Draws start Monday
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Pippen is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against Denver.
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.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Questionable for Friday
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Pippen (shin) is questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs.
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.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Won't play versus Warriors
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Pippen (shin) won't play against the Warriors on Wednesday.
Pippen will be sidelined for a third straight game due to a left shin contusion. The second-year player logged 27 minutes in a starting role March 13 versus the Hornets in his return from an extended absence due to a bulging disc in his lower back, but Pippen could be in store for a drop in playing time once he gets healthy, as Desmond Bane is now back in action for the Grizzlies after a recent two-month absence due to an ankle sprain.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Out again Monday
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Pippen (lower leg) is out for Monday's game against the Kings.
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.
