Given the possibility of landing a franchise-altering talent in the upcoming draft, the Pelicans must certainly consider a shift of eras and potentially ending the Williamson saga, which hasn't been beneficial for the superstar or the club.

NBA veteran Lou Williams gave his opinion on the Zion situation and how Williamson's actions now may be affecting what happens to him in the future. Williams did no

The theory of Zion Williamson is tantalizing. Once described by the great Shea Serrano as "a rhino who learned how to fly," the forward is a rare mixture of speed, power, touch (on his left hand, anyway) and spring-heeled elevation. At his best, Williamson can be the on-court offensive fulcrum and facilitate winning.

Zion Williamson has only played in eight games for the New Orleans Pelicans this season, and the 2024-25 campaign will be the fifth out of six seasons that the two-time All-Star has not reached the NBA 's 65-game threshold for season awards.

Jayson Tatum scored 38 points with 11 rebounds and Kristaps Porzingis had 19 points and 11 boards as the Boston Celtics overcame the return of Zion Williamson to the New Orleans lineup and beat the Pelicans 120-119.

Williamson is finally healthy and not under team suspension. But can he prove to the franchise that he is ready, once and for all?

Despite a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, the New Orleans Pelicans have elevated their play in recent NBA games, even without Zion Williamson, who missed the last matchup due to a team suspension. Zion addressed the situation,