Scotty Pippen Jr. is ready to take his talents to the next level.
The Vanderbilt product announced on Monday that he will not be returning to the school and will be declaring for the NBA Draft.
“To the city of Nashville, thank you for making me feel at home,” Pippen Jr. wrote in a statement. “This community has helped shape me into the person and player I am today, and I’m forever grateful for that. I want to thank Coach Stackhouse, all of my coaches, teammates, support staff, and professors for being there for me and always believing in me. To Commodore Nation – Thank you for supporting me from day one. I felt the love every time I stepped foot on the court in Memorial. It’s a feeling I’ll never forget. At this time, I’ve decided to take the next step in my journey. I am entering the NBA Draft and will sign with an agent. Anchor Down!”
Thank you Vandy🖤 pic.twitter.com/7hXozT8ih6
— Scotty Pippen Jr (@spippenjr) April 18, 2022
The NBA world is excited to see him potentially get picked in the draft.
Good luck Scotty! Looking forward to what’s next for you. Thanks for all the fun with @VandyMBB! #AnchorDown https://t.co/y3KYMisJpl
— Kevin Ingram (@KIngramSports) April 18, 2022
Nothing short of legendary! Thank you for everything, Scotty! ⚓️⬇️ https://t.co/FPa0LkWyqN
— Ricky Thrash (@iamjamesthe3rd) April 18, 2022
I’m so happy and proud of you @spippenjr for how you’ve grown, developed, and become the best PG in the country. @VandyMBB will always be home for you. Go be great bro!!! https://t.co/8dafp1oi7b
— Shan Foster (@shanfoster_32) April 18, 2022
Cheers, and thanks for the ride. Now go grab that bag. ⚓️⬇️🏀💰🫡 https://t.co/wMovnBdLP4
— #BelieveInShots (@VandyImport) April 18, 2022
What we’ve witnessed @spippenjr & teammates do during the last 3 years, changing the direction of the program is remarkable. His leadership, play, & love for @VandyMBB was inspiring. We appreciate him on many levels. Looking forward to watching/supporting his long pro career! https://t.co/0arVAomyTI
— Andy Fox (@CoachAndyFox) April 18, 2022
Thank you for everything @spippenjr. https://t.co/fisJD4MwxU
— Vandy62⚓⬇ (@vandy_62) April 18, 2022
One of the best to ever play in the black & gold, best of luck to you in the NBA! @spippenjr https://t.co/J0bDjuBvG5
— Shelby Waddell (@HGCoachW) April 18, 2022
Pippen Jr. entering the NBA Draft, great move to come back last season… looking forward to following his career at the next level. https://t.co/CdPVlrB6to
— Kayla Anderson (@KaylaAndersonTV) April 18, 2022
Pippen Jr. started 36 games for Vanderbilt this season and averaged 20 points per contest. He currently holds a second-round grade from most scouts around the NBA.
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