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Who was Scottie Pippen's primary defensive assignment during the 1991 NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers?
Answer
Magic Johnson
Phil Jackson assigned Scottie Pippen to guard Magic Johnson in the 1991 Finals, a decision that neutralized one of the greatest point guards ever. Pippen's length and athleticism were a nightmare matchup for Magic, and the assignment is widely credited as a turning point in the series.
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Magic Johnson said after the 1991 Finals that Pippen was the toughest defender he ever faced — high praise from a 5-time champion who had seen everything.
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- James Worthy
- Byron Scott
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- nba
- 1990s
- chicago-bulls
- scottie-pippen
- basketball
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