Although Scottie Pippen played in Michael Jordan’s shadow for most of his career, no one can deny his individual accolades, statistics, tenacity and versatility. The Chicago Bulls organization will make sure Pippen will forever be recognized by giving him a bronze statue of his own inside the United Center. This statue, which will be complete by the end of the 2010-2011 NBA season, will join MJ’s statue which stands outside of the United Center.
As we all know, MJ’s statue sports the Air Jordan IX, a sneaker Jordan never played in due to his first retirement. However, what will artist Omri and Julie Rotblatt-Amrany (sculptors of MJ’s statue) place on Pippen’s feet? Our Nice Kicks staff compiled a list of 21 significant sneakers Scottie wore over his 17-year career. Which sneaker should represent Scottie’s productive career on his statue?
Also, check out the accolades/stats he compiled for each one of these sneakers below.
Nike Air Flight ’89
Case: Although Scottie Pippen came into the league during the 1987-88 season, his glimpses of greatness began in 1989. He took over the starting small forward position for the Bulls and posted his first triple double.
Nike Air Flight Lite
Case: Pippen wore the Nike Air Flight Lite while helping the Chicago Bulls capture their first of six titles. He will always be remembered for applying full-court pressure to Magic Johnson during this postseason.
