One big reason for the Los Angeles Lakers’ loss to the Memphis Grizzlies was that their reserves were outplayed. The Grizzlies actually have numerous former Lakers two-way players on their roster, but arguably the most impressive has been Scotty Pippen Jr.
The point guard began his NBA career with the Lakers on a two-way contract but appeared in just six games and the team ultimately released Pippen prior to his second season. Now with the Grizzlies, Pippen is showing he is a player worthy of an NBA roster spot and seems to hold a bit of a grudge against the Lakers.