Memphis Grizzlies Player Reacts to Los Angeles Lakers' Newest Signing

Scottie Pippen Jr. reacted to the Lakers signing Christian Koloko

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (1) dunks over Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images / Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Scottie Pippen Jr. may currently be a member of the Memphis Grizzlies, but that doesn't mean he won't show any love to his former team - the Los Angeles Lakers.

This past weekend, it was revealed that the Los Angeles Lakers signed former Toronto Raptors big man Christian Koloko. It was a move that came seemingly out of nowhere, but also excited fans around the league. The Los Angeles Lakers have yet to confirm the move as official, however, it's all but done now.

The Lakers and seven-foot center Christian Koloko have agreed on a deal, agent Calvin Andrews of Klutch Sports says. Koloko is expected to have an opportunity for a role in Lakers frontcourt after he receives clearance from league’s fitness panel. https://t.co/QEYw7Or4kR

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) September 14, 2024

Among those excited about the newest addition was Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. When news of the deal broke online by Shams Charania, Pippen Jr. immediately went on social media to congratulate Christian Koloko.

"Congrats Kamdeu 🤝🏽🤝🏽@cjkoloko," Pippen Jr. said on Instagram.

Scottie Pippen Jr.'s Instagram / Scottie Pippen Jr.'s Instagram story

During the 2022-23 NBA season, Christian Koloko averaged 3.1 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks on 48% shooting from the field; he started in 19 games and played in 58 games with the Toronto Raptors. Koloko and Scottie Pippen Jr. never played on the same NBA team together, but it's clear that the two have some level of friendship.

tonight's player of the game is @spippenjr scoring a career-high 28 points.

presented by @IntlPaperCo pic.twitter.com/rn1xX5tm2c

— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) April 13, 2024

Last season with the Memphis Grizzlies was a breakout year for Scottie Pippen Jr; he averaged 12.9 points, 4.7 assists, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.7 steals on 49/42/75 shooting from the field. While the Grizzlies were significantly injured last season, Scottie Pippen Jr. proved that he deserves to be on an NBA team, and will be with the Grizzlies for the upcoming season.

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