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Salley's assertion that Scottie Pippen is the most skilled player he's ever played alongside has merit, bringing to the forefront Pippen's multifaceted contributions to the game. Pippen possessed an almost unparalleled skill set, featuring a remarkable blend of defense, playmaking, and scoring ability. His contributions were often overshadowed by the immense spotlight enjoyed by his teammate, Michael Jordan. Salley highlighted how the dynamic partnership of Jordan and Pippen was akin to that of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid; they complemented each other's talents seamlessly, but individual accolades often fell toward the primacy of Jordan.