Pippen Jr. Shades Ham? Lakers Drama Unfolds
The Los Angeles Lakers are in the midst of a wild season, and the latest drama involves the young, talented Scottie Pippen Jr. He's been tearing it up in the G League, averaging 26.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 5.1 assists, but is he getting the call-up to the big leagues? Not so fast.
Pippen Jr. recently took to Twitter to seemingly shade the Lakers' head coach, Darvin Ham, with a cryptic message. He posted a photo of himself in a Lakers uniform with the caption, "What would you do?" The message was widely interpreted as a jab at Ham for not giving him a shot with the struggling Lakers, who are 15-21 and desperate for scoring and playmaking.
So, what's the real deal? Is Pippen Jr. really throwing shade at Ham? Is he being overlooked for the wrong reasons? Or is this just a young player expressing frustration at not getting his chance?
There's no easy answer here. The Lakers are in a tight spot, and they need to make tough decisions. They're facing a ton of pressure from fans and media to make a move, but it's not always clear what the right move is.
Some argue that Pippen Jr.'s potential is undeniable, and that he deserves a shot. They point to his G League dominance and his strong bloodlines (his dad, Scottie Pippen, is a basketball legend). Others argue that the Lakers need a more experienced player, someone who can immediately contribute to winning. They cite the Lakers' need for veterans, and their lack of time to develop young players.
Whatever the case, the drama is sure to continue. Pippen Jr. is a talented player who wants to prove himself, and Ham is under immense pressure to deliver results. This could be a clash of egos, or it could be a sign that the Lakers are finally ready to give their young players a chance. Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: the drama is just getting started.