Grizzlies' Scotty Pippen Jr. To Undergo Toe Surgery

Second toe surgery in less than a year for the young guard

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:03am

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Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. will undergo a sesamoidectomy, a surgical procedure to address pain in his right big toe. This is the second time in less than a year that Pippen has had to undergo a toe surgery, as he previously had the same procedure done on his left foot back in October.

Why it matters

Pippen has emerged as an important bench player for the Grizzlies, and his health and availability is crucial for the team's success. Recurring toe issues could be concerning, as they can be difficult to fully recover from and may linger throughout a player's career.

The details

The Grizzlies announced that Pippen will undergo the sesamoidectomy procedure to address the pain in his right big toe. A timeline for his return will be established after the surgery, but the team expects him to make a full recovery. Pippen previously missed over 15 weeks of action following his left toe surgery in October, so this latest procedure could sideline him for a significant stretch again.

  • Pippen underwent a sesamoidectomy on his left foot in October 2025.
  • Pippen made his season debut on February 6, 2026 after recovering from the previous toe surgery.
  • The Grizzlies announced the upcoming surgery on Pippen's right toe on March 13, 2026.

The players

Scotty Pippen Jr.

A 25-year-old guard in his fourth NBA season with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Memphis Grizzlies

An NBA franchise based in Memphis, Tennessee.

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What’s next

The Grizzlies will provide an update on Pippen's recovery timeline and expected return to play after the surgery is completed.

The takeaway

Recurring toe injuries can be challenging for NBA players, and Pippen's second surgery in less than a year raises concerns about his long-term health and availability. The Grizzlies will need to carefully manage his recovery to ensure he can return to contributing at a high level.