Seven-time NBA All-Star Scottie Pippen is grabbing attention once more, but this time it’s not for his iconic basketball achievements or personal life controversies involving his ex-wife and her associations with his former teammate’s son. This former Chicago Bulls star has gone viral due to an unexpected fan encounter that has left many social media users perplexed, labeling his behavior as creepy and strange.

In the now-famous video clip, Pippen is seen engaging in a playful yet bizarre moment where he appears to choke a man who claims that the Central Arkansas alum tried to flirt with his girlfriend. This unusual interaction has sparked a flurry of reactions online, as viewers dissect the awkwardness of the situation.

“Hey, Scottie Pippen just asked my girl if she would prefer to be with him or with me,” the fan exclaims while filming, as the towering 6-foot-8 basketball legend looms over him. This moment captures not only the absurdity of the situation but also the dynamics of celebrity interactions.

Former NBA players Scottie Pippen greet one another at the Women’s Gold Medal game between Team France and Team United States on day sixteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Bercy Arena on August 11, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Tnani Badreddine/DeFodi Images via Getty Images)

In what seems to be an intoxicated state, Pippen then playfully wraps his hands around the man’s neck before exclaiming, “Because I’m pimpinnnnn.” This declaration, coupled with his demeanor, adds to the perplexity of the encounter, raising eyebrows among the onlookers.

The fan responds with “I’m Future,” leading a seemingly inebriated Pippen to ask, “You’re the future?” This exchange not only highlights the oddity of the interaction but also references the rapper Future, who famously had a past relationship with Pippen’s ex-wife, Larsa.

As this strange event unfolds, it ignites immediate reactions across the social media platform X, with users sharing their opinions on the interaction.

Scottie Pippen tried to steal this guy’s girl, then he choked him pic.twitter.com/t6eA8dg9bu

— Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) January 12, 2025

One user questioned, “What was unc on?” while another remarked, “He looks like a predator low key tho.” The bizarre nature of the clip has evoked a mix of humor and concern, showcasing the range of reactions from the public.

“You’re the future? Scottie Pippen is clearly pretending he doesn’t know which Future he’s referring to,” one user commented, emphasizing the strange nature of his statements and the underlying tension of the situation.

“Everything about this clip is weird,” lamented another observer on Twitter, highlighting the unusual dynamics at play.

Amidst the laughter and shock, some fans offered cautionary advice, with one tweeting, “Never meet your heroes, bro,” while another added, “Especially with your girl around.”

Especially with your girl around

— Black Manther (@BDTN12) January 12, 2025

“Scottie is WASTED!!” exclaimed one viewer, while another humorously quipped, “Lucky that wasn’t me… Officer, my neck hurts… I need 700k in return.” These comments underline the absurdity of the scene, reflecting how celebrity antics can lead to unexpected consequences.

This incident adds yet another layer to the ongoing narrative surrounding Pippen’s personal life, which has been under scrutiny due to his ex-wife Larsa Pippen’s relationships with both Future and Marcus Jordan, the son of Pippen’s former Chicago Bulls teammate Michael Jordan.

The romance between Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan, which began in 2022 and became public knowledge in January 2023, attracted substantial media attention before reportedly ending in July 2024 when Larsa announced she was focusing on her personal well-being.

While Pippen claims to be “pimping” in the streets, his public dating life has remained relatively low-profile, with the last notable relationship mentioned in 2023, according to reports from the Daily Mail. Similar to Larsa, he has shown a tendency to date partners significantly younger than himself, although details surrounding these relationships remain largely undisclosed.

Beyond the realm of dating, this two-time Olympic gold medalist has also recently made headlines for a perplexing social media post regarding tech mogul and the world’s richest man, Elon Musk.

Most recently, he has clarified his comments regarding his portrayal in the documentary “The Last Dance,” stating that he now views the film as “positive” and something “good to watch on TV,” indicating a shift in his perspective.

Pippen’s legacy continues through his seven children — Antron, Taylor, Tyler, Sierra, Scotty Jr., Preston, Justin, and Sophia — whom he shares with former partners Karen McCollum, Sonya Roby, Yvette Deleone, and Larsa Pippen, according to People.

The latest viral video incident only adds another layer of intrigue to the already captivating public persona of one of basketball’s all-time greats.