Four-star combo guard Justin Pippen, the son of basketball legend Scottie Pippen, committed to the University of Michigan during a live ceremony broadcast on 247Sports YouTube channel. The Sierra Canyon High School standout announced his decision to join the Wolverines, selecting them over Florida, Stanford, Cal, and Texas A&M. Pippen, who is ranked as the No. 62 overall player and the No. 9 combo guard in the 2025 cycle, expressed his excitement about joining Michigan and playing for new head coach Dusty May.
In an interview with ESPN, Pippen shared that he was drawn to Michigan due to the campus atmosphere and the opportunity to play for a prestigious basketball program that could help him achieve his goal of playing in the NBA. Despite considering other schools, a call from Coach Dusty May and a subsequent visit to the campus solidified his decision to choose Michigan.
Pippen’s commitment marks a significant milestone for Coach May, who secured his first high school recruit since joining Michigan. This move also positions Pippen as the highest-ranked high school recruit in the 247Sports database that May has landed in his coaching career, a testament to the program’s growing appeal under its new leadership.
Pippen, a 6-foot-3 guard from Sierra Canyon in Chatsworth, California, is a prominent addition to the Wolverines’ roster, bringing his exceptional talent and potential to the team. His commitment to Michigan represents an exciting development for the basketball program and signals a promising future under Coach May’s guidance.
