Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Will miss rest of season
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Pippen will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season after undergoing a sesamoidectomy to address ongoing discomfort in his right big toe, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports Friday.
Pippen had no return timetable after his initial injury diagnosis, and the Grizzlies have no incentive to rush him back, so shutting him down isn't surprising. It's unclear what Pippen's offseason will look like, but he should be back to full strength by training camp next season. He missed the beginning of the campaign after undergoing surgery on his left big toe, so Pippen will finish his third year in Memphis with averages of 11.4 points, 4.7 assists, 2.2 rebounds and 1.9 steals across only 10 appearances (six starts). He's under contract for at least one more season before a club option in 2027-28.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Requires surgery on toe
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The Grizzlies announced Thursday that Pippen will undergo a sesamoidectomy to address discomfort in his right big toe and is without a timeline for a return.
The guard is expected to make a full recovery from the procedure, and while a timeline for his return hasn't been established, the non-contending Grizzlies will most likely hold him out for the remainder of the season. Pippen has been limited to just 10 appearances so far in 2025-26, after his season debut was delayed while he recovered from a October surgery on the big toe on his left foot. His absence should help open up extra opportunities in the backcourt for rookies Walter Clayton (ankle) and Javon Small.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Out again Thursday
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Pippen (toe) is out for Thursday's game against Dallas.
Pippen will miss a third straight game, including his second in a row due to an injury that the Grizzlies are labeling as right great toe sesamoiditis. Before making his season debut in early February, the 25-year-old guard had previously missed time to begin the campaign while recovering from surgery on the great toe on his left foot. While the fact that Pippen's latest absence isn't being attributed to his surgically repaired toe is a welcome sign, the Grizzlies haven't indicated when he might be ready to resume playing.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Downgraded to out
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Pippen is out for Monday's game against the Nets due to right toe soreness.
As expected, the Grizzlies are downgrading Pippen from doubtful to out Monday. The expectation is that the guard will return to the lineup Tuesday, when Memphis takes on Philadelphia. Javon Small, Cam Spencer and Walter Clayton should each see plenty of playmaking opportunities for a Grizzlies team that has just eight active players Monday.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Doubtful for Monday
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Pippen is doubtful for Monday's game against the Nets due to right great toe soreness.
Pippen has played in seven of the team's last eight games, but he appears set to miss Monday's contest as he continues to nurse a toe injury. If he is officially ruled out, Javon Small, Cam Spencer and Walter Clayton could see expanded roles.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Won't play Wednesday
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Pippen (toe) is out for Wednesday's game versus Portland.
Pippen will join Ty Jerome (calf) on the inactive list, so Cam Spencer, Javon Small and Walter Clayton figure to handle the point guard duties Wednesday evening. For now, Pippen can be considered questionable for Saturday's game against the Clippers.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Pops for 15 in Friday's start
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Pippen provided 15 points (7-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals across 22 minutes during Friday's 124-105 win over the Mavericks.
Getting the start in place of Ty Jerome (thigh), Pippen continued to be busy on defense while scoring in double digits for the fourth time in seven games (three starts) since making his season debut Feb. 6. Over that stretch, the fourth-year guard has averaged 11.3 points, 4.9 assists, 2.4 steals, 1.9 boards and 1.1 threes in 20.7 minutes.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Moves back to bench
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Pippen isn't part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Golden State.
Pippen started Monday night and generated six points, two rebounds, eight assists and five steals over 22 minutes. He'll retreat to a reserve role Wednesday, as Javon Small will replace him in the first unit.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Slated to start Monday
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Pippen is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Kings.
With Ty Jerome (illness) sidelined, Pippen will enter the starting five and make his second start of the season Monday. The Vanderbilt product didn't make his season debut until Feb. 6 due to a left toe injury and is averaging 12.5 points, 4.8 assists, 2.0 steals and 1.5 rebounds in 20.3 minutes per contest through four appearances.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Ejected in loss to Miami
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Pippen was ejected late in the fourth quarter of Saturday's loss to the Heat after engaging in a fight with Myron Gardner, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
It seemed Pippen was the one who went straight at Gardner, so it wouldn't be surprising if he receives a fine or a suspension in the coming days. Pippen ended the game with 18 points (7-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, six assists, two steals and a block across 21 minutes off the bench.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Off injury report
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Pippen (toe) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Heat.
Pippen missed the front end of this back-to-back set due to left great toe injury management, though he's set to play Saturday. The 25-year-old guard has appeared in three outings (one start) this season after recovering from left great toe surgery he underwent in October. He's averaging 10.7 points, 4.3 assists, 2.0 steals and 1.0 rebounds in 20.0 minutes per tilt.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Starting in 2025-26 debut
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Pippen is in the Grizzlies' starting lineup against the Trail Blazers on Friday.
Pippen was given the green light to make his 2025-26 regular-season debut Friday after recovering from a procedure he underwent in October for a left big toe injury, and he'll be in the starting lineup due to the absence of Ty Jerome (calf). Pippen averaged 9.9 points, 4.4 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 1.3 steals over 21.3 minutes per game during the 2024-25 regular season.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Not playing Wednesday
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Pippen (toe) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Kings.
Pippen has yet to make his 2025-26 regular-season debut while recovering from left big toe surgery that he underwent in October. The good news for the fourth-year pro was that he was initially listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game, rather than being outright ruled out, indicating that he is getting closer to a return. Pippen's next chance to play is Friday against the Trail Blazers.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Unlikely to go Wednesday
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Pippen (toe) is listed doubtful for Wednesday's game against Sacramento.
Wednesday marks the first time all season that Pippen hasn't immediately been listed as out in advance of a game, which signals that he's closing in on making his season debut. While there's a good chance he'll be ruled out prior to Wednesday's matchup, Pippen could have a realistic shot at debuting Friday in Portland. Ty Jerome has thrived as the Grizzlies' starting point guard in two games since making his season debut, but Pippen could be in line for a sizable role of his own out of the Memphis backcourt once healthy, at least until Memphis gets Ja Morant (elbow) back in action.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Out against Timberwolves
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Pippen (toe) is out for Monday's game against the Timberwolves.
Pippen has yet to debut this season due to left big toe surgery, which he underwent in October. Pippen recently joined the Grizzlies' G League affiliate for practice, suggesting he may be approaching his return. His next chance to suit up comes Wednesday against the Kings.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Won't play Friday
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Pippen (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's preseason finale with Miami, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.
Pippen will wind up missing Memphis' final four preseason games due to the toe issue, and for now, he should be considered questionable for the Opening Night clash against the Pelicans on Wednesday. Expect more minutes for Ty Jerome with Pippen on the bench.
Pippen managed 13 points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), three assists, two rebounds and one steal in 20 minutes during Monday's 128-112 preseason loss to Detroit.
Pippen picked up where he left off last season, playing a meaningful role despite coming off the bench. With Ja Morant (ankle) already sidelined, Pippen will likely battle newly acquired Ty Jerome for the starting point guard spot once the regular season starts. Pippen was somewhat of a revelation last season, stepping into a sizeable role as the Grizzlies once again dealt with multiple injuries to key players. Although his minutes are far from a guarantee, look for Pippen to play a relatively consistent role when all is said and done.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Lands career-high six triples
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Pippen logged 28 points (8-16 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds, five assists, one block and three steals over 38 minutes during Thursday's 114-108 loss to the Thunder in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Pippen got the Grizzlies off to a tremendous start, connecting on four three-pointers in the first quarter. He ended with six triples, a career-best mark for the young guard. Ja Morant left the game late in the second quarter after taking a hard spill, with his availability for the next game in some doubt. Should Morant ultimately be ruled out, look for Pippen to once again step into a much larger role as Memphis looks to extend the series to five games.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Scores nine points in loss
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Pippen supplied nine points (3-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one steal in 34 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 121-116 Play-In Game loss to Golden State.
Ja Morant tweaked his ankle in the loss, though the star guard insists he won't miss any time. However, if Morant's ankle gets the best of him, Pippen could be forced into a much larger role for the Grizzlies. Pippen is coming off a strong regular season, posting averages of 9.9 points, 4.4 assists, 3.3 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 1.1 three-pointers across 79 appearances.
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Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen: Doubtful to play Sunday
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Pippen is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Mavericks due to low back soreness.
The Grizzlies have already locked up a spot in the Play-In Tournament, so there's no point in risking some of their regular rotation members. The doubtful tag suggests Pippen might not play, and if he ends up being ruled out, Cam Spencer, John Konchar and Vince Williams could see more time in the backcourt. Other players such as Luke Kennard (knee), Desmond Bane (groin) and Ja Morant (shoulder) are also carrying doubtful tags.
