Sun Mar 30 01:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Grizzlies’ Pippen Jr. Thriving in Memphis, Learning from Morant

**Memphis, TN – March 25, 2025** – Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. is making a name for himself in the NBA, proving his worth beyond the shadow of his famous father, Scottie Pippen. In an interview with HoopsHype following a game against the Clippers, Pippen Jr. discussed his role with and without star teammate Ja Morant.

Pippen Jr. emphasized his consistent approach to the game, regardless of who’s on the court. “Whatever the team needs, I try to do it,” he stated. He credits Morant for invaluable mentorship, explaining, “He’s giving me a lot of advice… I pick up on a lot of stuff that I’ve taken part of my game [from him].” He specifically mentioned learning from Morant’s ball-handling, maneuvering, and passing skills.

The young guard highlighted the Grizzlies’ deep roster, adapting his game to play alongside different teammates like Jaren Jackson Jr., Jay Huff, and Zach Edey. He described his evolving role this season, transitioning between starting, coming off the bench, and even being out of the rotation, emphasizing his readiness and commitment to playing hard regardless.

While initially feeling pressure associated with his father’s legacy, Pippen Jr. now feels he’s “carving his own path.” He appreciates his father’s consistent court-side support, viewing his feedback as a valuable resource. The presence of his father, a basketball legend, has become “kind of whatever” to Pippen Jr. – a testament to his own growing confidence and established NBA career.

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