Scottie Pippen’s recent appearance on the PBD Podcast, hosted by Patrick Bet-David, featured a captivating discussion that delved into alternate NBA scenarios, hypothetical matchups, and the dynamics of player relationships. The conversation, filled with humor and insights, offered a fresh perspective on Pippen’s confidence in his abilities and his take on hypothetical “what if” scenarios involving some of the league’s greatest players.
Patrick Bet-David: “I got a weird question for you. I guarantee you’re not expecting this question to come to you. You ready? You ready for this one?”
Scottie Pippen: “Yes, sir.”
Patrick Bet-David: “The great Dominique Wilkins when he played for the Atlanta Hawks, I think he averaged 35 points a game at one season and he had multiple 30s season games.”
“I think I think he was the only guy that outscored Michael in scoring if I’m not mistaken.”
Scottie Pippen: “Trust me I was the one he was giving all those numbers to.”
Patrick Bet-David: “30.3, that was 85-86 season, that’s the year I think Michael was hurt when he averaged 30 and he got second in MVP voting. But right after 29, 30.7 and then he loses to Michael every year.”
“And then rebounds, look at that, 30 points a game 7.9 rebounds, 1.8 steals this guy was a monster, absolute monster of a guy, field goal… 47%… What was his free throw, oh shoot, 82%, damn good for you.”
“Okay, so here’s a crazy question for you ready the Bulls don’t draft you, get drafted to the Atlanta Hawks. It’s you, Dominique, Kevin Wilkins. Michael doesn’t pick you up.”
“Michael and the team, they pick up Kenny Smith, obviously it’s not up to him, but say you go to somehow, somewhere you end up with the Atlanta Hawks and Kenny Smith goes to the Bulls, how many championships do you guys win at the Hawks and how many championships does Michael win without you going there?”
Scottie Pippen: “I still get my six.”
Patrick Bet-David: “Stop it, Scottie.”
Scottie Pippen: “Three, Three, I thought you knew.”
Patrick Bet-David: “I know the number trust me. I know the number, so you’d win six you’re saying yes how many does Michael win.”
Scottie Pippen: “He may be somewhere with LeBron, 2-3, somewhere… I feel like I’m going to get my six.”
Patrick Bet-David: “So you, Wilkins, Dominique, say Michael gets Michael Horace and Kenny, you’re still getting your six?”
Scottie Pippen: “Yeah, they can’t stop me, who going to stop me then.”
Patrick Bet-David: “So take Dominique out, put you Drexler… Michael and Barkley, cuz Barkley was a BMF.”
Scottie Pippen: “He was a beast.”
Patrick Bet-David: “You and Drexler, Michael and Barkley who would had more.”
Scottie Pippen: “I don’t know, I think me and Drexler might get him…I don’t know if Michael will be able to keep his thumb on top of Charles… I don’t know if he can hold Charles down.”
Patrick Bet-David: “Meaning to keep him coachable?”
Scottie Pippen: “Yes for a season to win a championship.”
Patrick Bet-David: “So keeping him disciplined to be a good Robin very interesting that you’re saying that.”
Scottie Pippen: “I still like my chances.”
Patrick Bet-David: “Disciplined Michael and Karl Malone, you and Drexler because Karl Malone’s disciplined.”
Scottie Pippen: “I may give them the edge… Karl’s a tough matchup.”
Throughout the conversation, Pippen’s unwavering confidence in his abilities and his influence on team success stood out. Whether discussing hypothetical matchups or alternate career paths, Pippen consistently emphasized his unique skill set and the value he brought to the game. His assertion that he would have still achieved six championships, regardless of his team, underscored the pride he takes in his contributions to the Bulls’ dominance in the 1990s.
The discussion also touched on themes of leadership and discipline, with Pippen and Bet-David examining how players like Michael Jordan and Charles Barkley might have fared with different teammates and circumstances. Pippen’s insights revealed his understanding of the psychological aspects of team dynamics and the challenges of maintaining discipline in high-pressure environments.
In true Scottie Pippen fashion, the interview was a blend of thought-provoking analysis and playful banter, offering fans a unique glimpse into the mind of one of the game’s greatest players. Whether one agrees with his takes or not, Pippen’s confidence and storytelling ability make him a fascinating figure in basketball discourse.
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