Scottie Pippen Jr. has been making waves in the NBA, with his recent record-breaking performance drawing comparisons to another basketball prodigy, Bronny James.
As fans celebrate Pippen Jr.’s impressive achievements, they’re reigniting debates about the contrasting trajectories of these two second-generation stars.
Scottie Pippen Jr. etched his name in the history books by recording a triple-double during the Memphis Grizzlies‘ 128-104 victory over the Washington Wizards.
His stat line-11 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds-not only secured the win but also marked the first time in NBA history that a father-son duo achieved triple-doubles.
His father, Scottie Pippen, accomplished the feat numerous times during his illustrious career with the Chicago Bulls.
The historic moment gained traction online after being highlighted by Bleacher Report. Larsa Pippen, Scottie Jr.’s mother, was quick to celebrate her son’s milestone with fiery emojis on social media.
While Scottie Pippen hasn’t publicly commented, fans can only imagine the pride he feels watching his son reach such heights.
The conversation around Pippen Jr.’s success inevitably led to comparisons with Bronny James.
Bronny, the son of NBA superstar LeBron James, has faced scrutiny ever since being drafted 55th overall by the Lakers in 2024.
Critics questioned whether his selection was due to merit or to retain his father, as Bronny‘s college stats at USC were less than stellar.
In contrast, Scottie Jr.’s journey to success has been a grind. After being waived by the Lakers and spending time in the G League, he has risen to prominence with the Memphis Grizzlies.
His rise has left some fans wondering if the Lakers made a mistake in letting him go.
“Bronny could NEVER,” one fan commented online, reflecting a growing sentiment that Bronny might struggle to achieve similar success.
LeBron James and Fans React
LeBron James himself praised Scottie Pippen Jr.’s performance, acknowledging his time with the Lakers and South Bay Lakers as a strong foundation for his current success.
However, fans speculate that LeBron might envy the accolades Scottie Jr. is accumulating. One commenter quipped, “Scottie is what LeBron wished he had.”
Others compared Pippen Jr.’s stats to Bronny‘s, noting that Pippen averaged 12.9 points per game last season, while Bronny managed just 1.0 points and 0.5 rebounds in his limited playing time.
Some fans humorously suggested that LeBron might be questioning his son’s potential, writing, “Bron not getting dinner for a week.”
Despite the criticism, Bronny has an opportunity to carve his own path. The Lakers recently announced that he will join the South Bay Lakers in the G League, with his first game slated against the Salt Lake City Stars.
According to reports, Bronny will only participate in home games, allowing for potential appearances in NBA matchups.
Fans remain divided, with some rooting for Bronny to prove the doubters wrong. “Yeah, I’m expecting Bronny to drop 57 points, 19 rebounds & 42 assists in his G League debut,” one optimistic supporter joked.
While Scottie Pippen Jr. continues to shine, Bronny James‘ journey is just beginning. As the comparisons persist, both young stars will undoubtedly aim to create legacies of their own, regardless of the expectations tied to their family names.
