In a recent interview on Stacey King’s ‘Gimme the Hot Sauce’ podcast, former Chicago Bulls superstar Scottie Pippen once again took shots at his former teammate Michael Jordan. Pippen accused Jordan of attempting to deceive him into losing money by giving him gifts, including a set of golf clubs. This revelation adds to the ongoing tension between the two basketball legends and highlights Pippen’s dissatisfaction with how he was portrayed in the popular docuseries ‘The Last Dance.’
Scottie Pippen says Michael Jordan gave him a set of golf clubs as a rookie to “lure me in so he could take all my money.” Classic. #TheLastDance pic.twitter.com/Bgd4SZvuEt
— Alex Myers (@AlexMyers3) April 20, 2020
Scottie Pippen Accuses Michael Jordan of Trying to Trick Him with Gifts: “He Was Trying to Lure Me”
During the podcast interview, Pippen recalled the time when Jordan presented him with a set of golf clubs during his rookie year with the Bulls. Pippen described Jordan’s motives behind the gift as an attempt to trick him into losing money. While it is challenging to verify Pippen’s claims, the accusation stems from Jordan’s well-documented love for gambling and his desire to make extra money.
Since the release of ‘The Last Dance,’ a documentary series chronicling the Chicago Bulls’ dominant years, Pippen has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with how he was portrayed in the show. He feels that the series glorified Jordan while downplaying his own contributions to the team’s success. Pippen’s criticisms have been evident in his book, ‘Unguarded,’ as well as various interviews.
On the podcast, Pippen did not hold back in expressing his opinions about Jordan’s playing style before he joined the Bulls. He referred to Jordan as a “horrible player” who took bad shots and played in a one-on-one style. Pippen’s comments shed light on the strained relationship between the two players and the erosion of their once-celebrated partnership.
The Legacy of the Jordan-Pippen Duo
The dynamic duo of Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen is widely regarded as one of the greatest combinations in NBA history. Together, they led the Chicago Bulls to six NBA championships between 1991 and 1998. However, the recent public exchanges between the former teammates have revealed a deep divide and a lack of mutual respect.
The rift between Scottie Pippen and Michael Jordan continues to widen as Pippen accuses Jordan of attempting to deceive him with gifts, including a set of golf clubs. Pippen’s dissatisfaction with the portrayal of his career in ‘The Last Dance’ adds fuel to the fire, highlighting the strained relationship between the two basketball icons. While the truth behind Pippen’s claims remains uncertain, it is clear that the once-unbreakable bond between these legendary players has been irreparably damaged.
