Jan 24, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (1) reacts after a play against the Miami Heat during the fourth quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Scotty Pippen Jr. Fined $2,000 By NBA After Kings-Grizzlies Game

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Dec 6, 2024 5:10 PM ET

On Thursday evening, the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Sacramento Kings by a score of 115-110 (at home).

After the game, Scotty Pippen Jr. was fined $2,000 by the NBA.

The former Vanderbilt star finished the victory with four points, one rebound and three assists while shooting 2/9 from the field in 15 minutes of playing time.

Via NBA Official: "MEM’s Scotty Pippen Jr. was assessed a postgame Flopping fine of $2,000 upon league office review for https://nba.com/watch/video/sac-vs-mem-12-5-24… on Dec. 5 vs. SAC."

MEM’s Scotty Pippen Jr. was assessed a postgame Flopping fine of $2,000 upon league office review for https://t.co/em4H3Rj9lG on Dec. 5 vs. SAC.
— NBA Official (@NBAOfficial) December 6, 2024

Despite his quiet night against the Kings, Pippen Jr. has had a solid start to the season.

He is averaging 11.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.1 steals per contest while shooting 46.8% from the field and 34.3% from the three-point range in 23 games.

This article first appeared on Fastbreak on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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