Scottie Pippen

Date of Birth: September 25, 1965

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Scottie Maurice Pippen, born on September 25, 1965, in Hamburg, Arkansas, is a retired American professional basketball player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest small forwards in the history of the sport. Pippen played 17 seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA), most notably with the Chicago Bulls, with whom he won six NBA championships. Pippen was instrumental in the Bulls’ dominance in the 1990s, often serving as the second star to Michael Jordan. Known for his defensive prowess, versatility, and ability to play both ends of the court, Pippen was a seven-time NBA All-Star and an eight-time member of the NBA All-Defensive First Team. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame twice, once for his individual career and once as a member of the “Dream Team” that won the gold medal at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. Pippen’s journey to the NBA was unconventional. He started his college career as a walk-on at the University of Central Arkansas, a small NAIA school, where he eventually became a standout player. His performance caught the eye of NBA scouts, leading to his selection as the fifth overall pick in the 1987 NBA Draft by the Seattle SuperSonics, who then traded him to the Chicago Bulls. Pippen’s career is marked by numerous accolades, including being named to the NBA’s 50th and 75th Anniversary Teams. After his playing career, Pippen has remained involved in basketball as an analyst and ambassador for the sport.

5 Interesting Facts about Scottie Pippen

1. Pippen was the first player in NBA history to have 200 steals and 100 blocks in a season.

2. He was named one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History during the league’s 50th anniversary in 1996.

3. Pippen was part of the 1992 U.S. Olympic “Dream Team,” which is considered one of the greatest teams ever assembled in any sport.

4. He is the only player to have won an NBA championship and Olympic gold medal in the same year twice (1992 and 1996).

5. Pippen’s jersey number (33) has been retired by the Chicago Bulls and the University of Central Arkansas.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Scottie Pippen

1. “Sometimes a player’s greatest challenge is coming to grips with his role on the team.”

2. “I may not be a superstar, but I know how to play the game.”

3. “When you play with a great player, you learn a lot about how to play the game.”

4. “Defense is what wins championships.”

5. “I always idolized Magic Johnson and wanted to play like him.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Scottie Pippen’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $50 million.

Children

Scottie Pippen has seven children: Antron (who passed away in April 2021), Scottie Jr., Preston, Justin, Sophia, Sierra, and Taylor. His children have been involved in various pursuits, with Scottie Jr. following in his father’s footsteps to play basketball.