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Scottie Pippen

  • Six-Time NBA Champion and Two-Time Olympic Gold Medalist
  • Named One of the NBA's 50 Greatest Players of All-Time
  • New York Times Bestselling Author of 'Unguarded'

Basketball icon Scottie Pippen is one of basketball’s most talented, versatile, and successful players. An incredible come-up story, Pippen walked onto the team at an NAIA school after a slew of Division 1 rejections and was drafted fifth overall in the 1987 NBA Draft. Quickly establishing himself as leading talent, he played a critical role in elevating the Chicago Bulls into a championship team, effectively reigniting worldwide passion for the NBA during the ‘90s. Over 17 seasons in the NBA, Pippen won 6 NBA championships, 2 Olympic gold medals, and was named one of the NBA’s “50 Greatest Players of All Time.” He is also a two-time inductee into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. After retiring, Pippen released his instant New York Times bestseller, his memoir, Unguarded. Beloved both by his community and basketball fans across the world, Pippen is a leading figure providing motivation, promoting sportsmanship, and sharing the story of his unlikely success.

Scottie Pippen is regarded as one of the best players in the NBA not only for his skill on the court, but also for helping build one of the first and most dominant basketball dynasties in the last half century. Pippen’s perspectives on teamwork, grit, and resilience have been sought by hosts including IMG Academy, Strategic Education, Johnson & Johnson, and more.

 
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Past Hosts Include:
  • Strategic Education
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • IMG Academy
Scottie Pippen was truly a pleasure to work with. He shared learnings and experiences that were insightful and important for student-athletes beginning their journey. Scottie was authentic, charismatic and humble. His words on what it takes to be a great teammate should be framed and posted in every locker room in America.
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Scottie Pippen Telling His Life Story Through “Unguarded” | The Daily Show - Get Sharable Link
Talks & Conversations with Scottie Pippen
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Moderated Q&A: Overcoming Enormous Odds - The Scottie Pippen Story

NBA icon SCOTTIE PIPPEN recalls his past and how he overcame enormous odds to go from walking on at an NAIA school to becoming a basketball Hall of Famer. Looking back on his illustrious career, motivational Pippen reflects on his learnings from seventeen seasons at the top of the NBA, sharing how he stays humble, promotes teamwork, and continues to build an enduring dynasty.

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Author Talk: 'Unguarded'

NBA trailblazer SCOTTIE PIPPEN shared the untold stories of his path to becoming one of the greatest basketball players of all time in his memoir, Unguarded. He often discusses the internal tools necessary to overcome two family tragedies and universal disregard by college scouts to become an essential component of the greatest basketball dynasty of the last fifty years. The ultimate inspiration, Pippen leverages stories of his time at the forefront of the NBA to share a universal lesson of hard work, determination, and mindset.

Book buys and signings with Scottie Pippen are available upon request.

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Moderated Q&A: How to Play on a Dream Team

Basketball star SCOTTIE PIPPEN credits his upbringing for providing him with the team-first mentality needed to play on the ’92 Dream Team. Sharing the court with the incredible talent of that year’s U.S. Men’s Olympic Basketball team, Pippen performed well athletically but was remembered by his teammates for his “generosity on the floor and sense of care.” In this uplifting presentation, Pippen discusses the importance of embracing the fundamentals, supporting, and encouraging those around him, and doing whatever it took for his team to succeed.

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