Even in the decades since, the 1.8 seconds that Pippen sat out have outlived the countless highlights he produced. That Bulls team, depleted but proud, pushed the Knicks to seven games in that series.

In the void, the spotlight shifted to Scottie Pippen, long known as the ultimate sidekick, a two-way force, the glue holding the dynasty's edges tight. Now, the mantle was heavier.

Scottie Pippen never tried to take credit for Michael Jordan's greatness. However, over time, Pip started to feel like too many people forgot the role he played in it. As years went by and the ...