XRP News Today: NBA Champ Scottie Pippen's Viral XRP Poll Sparks 45% Rally as $10 Target Debated by 2026

Scottie Pippen, the six-time NBA champion, has drawn attention to XRP with a viral poll on X, challenging his 728,000 followers to speculate whether the token could reach $10 by 2026. The post also included ambitious price targets for Bitcoin ($233,000), Ethereum ($10,000), and Solana ($1,000), alongside whimsical alternatives like “2pac returns” and “Optimus will deliver you food.” The poll has reignited discussions about XRP’s potential, with supporters like Travis Turnbull advocating for the $10 milestone, while others argue even 2026 might be optimistic [1].

Currently trading at $3.18, XRP has dropped 2.2% in the past day but remains up 45% for the month. Its market capitalization stands at approximately $156 billion. To reach $10, the token would need to surpass $500 billion in market value—a jump that would place it among the world’s largest assets. Analysts have weighed in on the feasibility of such a move. An NFT project founder suggested XRP could hit $10 if Bitcoin approaches $250,000, while a crypto analyst revised their earlier $4–$5 target to $10 following increased bullish momentum [2]. Aaron Arnold of Altcoin Daily proposed an even higher $11 price tag for 2025, calling it “realistic” amid rising demand and capital inflows [1].

The $10 threshold, however, remains conditional on broader market dynamics. XRP faces ongoing legal challenges in the U.S., delaying institutional adoption as clarity on regulatory frameworks remains pending. Sustained on-chain activity and strategic partnerships with payment or technology firms will be critical to long-term growth. Rivals and layer-2 solutions also compete for investor capital, complicating XRP’s path to dominance [2]. While speculative price targets often generate enthusiasm, the token’s success will depend on macroeconomic trends and sustained market confidence. A prolonged bull run could accelerate gains, but volatility and corrections are inherent risks in the crypto space.

Pippen’s poll has amplified the conversation around XRP’s potential, illustrating how celebrity influence can intersect with financial markets. Whether or not the $10 target materializes, the poll underscores the growing role of public sentiment in shaping crypto narratives.

Source: [1] [XRP to $10? Basketball Legend’s Poll Puts Crypto on Center Court](https://www.newsbtc.com/altcoin/xrp-to-10-basketball-legends-poll-puts-crypto-on-center-court/) [2] [XRP To $10? Basketball Legend’s Poll Puts Crypto On Center Court](https://www.tradingview.com/news/newsbtc:8838d1514094b:0-xrp-to-10-basketball-legend-s-poll-puts-crypto-on-center-court/)