Pelicans' Zion Williamson still learning a month into NBA career
4 years, 10 months ago

Pelicans' Zion Williamson still learning a month into NBA career

The Hindu  

Zion Williamson recognises he still has a lot to learn a month into his NBA career, although his New Orleans Pelicans team-mates claim the rookie is already getting "vet calls". Williamson played his 11th game on Friday, and a 128-115 win over the Portland Trail Blazers moved the Pelicans to within four games of the playoffs in the Western Conference. However, having visited the free-throw line 10 times against the Trail Blazers, shooting 50 per cent, Williamson's team-mates are mocking his early ability to draw fouls. "I'm always learning something new from JJ, E'Twaun, Jrue, Zo, Derrick Favors, so much about the game.

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Pelicans’ Zion Williamson ruled out for rest against Portland a night after his return from injury
1 day, 19 hours ago

Pelicans’ Zion Williamson ruled out for rest against Portland a night after his return from injury

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson has been ruled out for Wednesday night’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers as he continues his comeback from a left hamstring strain. Williamson returned on Tuesday night following a 27-game absence and scored 22 points in a little less than 28 minutes in a 104-97 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. …

Zion Williamson scores 22 in his return to the Pelicans’ lineup after missing 27 games
2 days, 14 hours ago

Zion Williamson scores 22 in his return to the Pelicans’ lineup after missing 27 games

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Zion Williamson symbolically announced his return from a 27-game injury absence with a breakaway dunk in which he rotated 360 degrees in the air while throwing down a crowd-pleasing, double-clutch, roundhouse jam. “I’m glad he played with the confidence and the joy.” To Williamson, attempting that dunk in his first game back from a left hamstring strain …

Pelicans star Zion Williamson still has Brandon Ingram as a wingman -- for now
3 months, 1 week ago

Pelicans star Zion Williamson still has Brandon Ingram as a wingman -- for now

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Pelicans star power forward Zion Williamson still has Brandon Ingram as a wingman for now. Williamson “is every bit locked in,” first-year general manager Bryson Graham said Monday during the club’s media day, held annually on the eve of training camp. “I’ve just got to continue to put the work in and that’s all I’ve been kind …

What’s behind Zion Williamson’s newfound drive? Trust
3 months, 2 weeks ago

What’s behind Zion Williamson’s newfound drive? Trust

New York Times  

LITTLE ELM, Texas — As Zion Williamson sits in silence, preparing for a 6 a.m. workout that’s become routine since the start of July, the echoes of a meeting from three months prior still reverberate in his mind. It’s time to take every game personal.” It’s fair to wonder how this proclamation differs from Williamson’s past “offseason epiphanies.” The Pelicans …

Zion Williamson’s Pelicans contract no longer guaranteed for final 3 years
1 year ago

Zion Williamson’s Pelicans contract no longer guaranteed for final 3 years

New York Times  

When the New Orleans Pelicans extended the contract of Zion Williamson in July 2022, it was a jubilant moment for the franchise. According to the contract, which was reviewed by The Athletic, the final three years of the deal are no longer guaranteed after Williamson was able to only play in 29 games last season. Before this season began, David …

Zion Williamson responded to his ‘back seat’ comments by returning to his dominant self
1 year, 1 month ago

Zion Williamson responded to his ‘back seat’ comments by returning to his dominant self

New York Times  

Zion Williamson’s infamous “back seat” comments after the New Orleans Pelicans’ 136-124 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Nov. 12 may go down as the moment everything changed for this New Orleans team. After that ugly loss a few weeks ago, the Pelicans’ fifth straight after a 4-1 start to the season, Williamson vented his frustration with his own slow …

How a team meeting forced Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram and Pelicans to find their chemistry
1 year, 1 month ago

How a team meeting forced Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram and Pelicans to find their chemistry

New York Times  

NEW ORLEANS – The story of this New Orleans Pelicans team will always begin and end with Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram. Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson getting some extra work in on their pick-and-roll game after practice pic.twitter.com/iaLNFtEqvW — Will Guillory November 16, 2023 Herb Jones joined them after Tuesday’s practice, serving as the point guard while Williamson and …

Zion Williamson’s comments hint at bigger problems he and Pelicans must solve
1 year, 1 month ago

Zion Williamson’s comments hint at bigger problems he and Pelicans must solve

New York Times  

Whenever Zion Williamson speaks, the entire New Orleans Pelicans organization listens. But the phrase that grabbed some national attention was one many thought they’d never hear from Williamson: “I’m taking a little bit of a back seat right now.” When asked if it’s been tough for him to accept a different role this season, Williamson responded, “I’m just trying to …

How Pelicans are ‘elevating’ their offense around Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram
1 year, 3 months ago

How Pelicans are ‘elevating’ their offense around Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram

New York Times  

NEW ORLEANS — Willie Green’s biggest acquisition of the 2023 offseason didn’t come from free agency or the NBA Draft. So Green knew Borrego would be the ideal addition to help modernize the Pelicans’ offense and help bring the most out of a team that’s still learning the best way to use Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram and C.J. “We feel …

Zion Williamson, Pelicans know talk is cheap and actions matter: ‘We just have to show y’all’
1 year, 3 months ago

Zion Williamson, Pelicans know talk is cheap and actions matter: ‘We just have to show y’all’

New York Times  

NEW ORLEANS – Zion Williamson didn’t appear to be in much of a talking mood at Monday’s media day in New Orleans. We want to be a playoff team.” GO DEEPER Zion Williamson and the Pelicans begin their most important season yet That may be part of the motivation behind Williamson’s change in demeanor. On Monday, Pelicans executive vice president …

Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans begin their most important season yet
1 year, 3 months ago

Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans begin their most important season yet

New York Times  

Last year’s New Orleans Pelicans media day was a highly-anticipated event for one reason and one reason only: Zion Williamson. I feel great.” One year later, Williamson’s messaging, physical build and unbridled enthusiasm will likely be the same as the Pelicans host media day on Monday ahead of the 2023-24 season. Pelicans EVP of basketball operations David Griffin highlighted some …

Pelicans’ Zion Williamson on potential playoff return: ‘If I feel like Zion, I’ll be out there’
1 year, 8 months ago

Pelicans’ Zion Williamson on potential playoff return: ‘If I feel like Zion, I’ll be out there’

New York Times  

Pelicans star Zion Williamson doesn’t want to return to playing until he “feels like Zion,” he said Tuesday on the eve of the team’s Play-In Tournament game against the Thunder. I know the atmosphere I’d be in based on the playoff experience.” The Athletic reported last week that Williamson is unlikely to return to action in this week’s Play-In Tournament …

It’s not just Zion Williamson: 4 reasons the Pelicans’ offense suddenly stinks
1 year, 9 months ago

It’s not just Zion Williamson: 4 reasons the Pelicans’ offense suddenly stinks

New York Times  

December feels like a lifetime ago for the New Orleans Pelicans. Finding the right balance with CJ In a season full of comically awful numbers, this one has jumped out the most: The Pelicans’ normal starting lineup without Zion is getting outscored by a whopping 26.3 points per 100 possessions, according to Cleaning the Glass. The lack of success is …

Pelicans’ Zion Williamson expected to miss time after All-Star break with hamstring injury
1 year, 10 months ago

Pelicans’ Zion Williamson expected to miss time after All-Star break with hamstring injury

New York Times  

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson re-aggravated the hamstring injury that has kept him sidelined since Jan. 2 and is expected to miss multiple weeks after the All-Star break, Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin said Sunday. David Griffin just told media in New Orleans that Zion Williamson suffered a setback in his hamstring rehab and he'll …

Zion Williamson saves Pelicans with one-of-a-kind greatness. ‘I’ve never seen anything like him’
2 years ago

Zion Williamson saves Pelicans with one-of-a-kind greatness. ‘I’ve never seen anything like him’

New York Times  

NEW ORLEANS – Most all-time NBA greats establish the qualities that make them better than everyone else early in their careers. Williamson’s spectacular performance in the Pelicans’ 119-118 win over the Timberwolves Wednesday night encapsulated what makes him different from anything NBA fans have seen. Zion over Gobert 🙌 pic.twitter.com/05AkOxky7g — New Orleans Pelicans December 29, 2022 “I’ve never seen …

Zion Williamson is playing like a superhero again, which makes the Pelicans even scarier
2 years, 1 month ago

Zion Williamson is playing like a superhero again, which makes the Pelicans even scarier

New York Times  

NEW ORLEANS — It was already the Zion Williamson Show going into the fourth quarter, but the Pelicans star decided to put an exclamation point on his most complete performance of the season. He’s displayed the best versions of “Point Zion” over the last two games. “When you have players like BI and CJ out, you’ve got to pick up …

Zion Williamson’s long-awaited return somehow overshadowed by Pelicans’ team dominance
2 years, 2 months ago

Zion Williamson’s long-awaited return somehow overshadowed by Pelicans’ team dominance

New York Times  

BROOKLYN – As expected, all eyes were on Zion Williamson in his first regular season game in over 17 months. He produced another classic Zion shot chart that looks like it was produced by one of the world’s most accurate dart throwers: He scored 22 of his 25 points in the paint, and he drew a total of six fouls …

Williamson earns max extension despite injury troubles
2 years, 6 months ago

Williamson earns max extension despite injury troubles

China Daily  

Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans looks on during the game against the Phoenix Suns at Smoothie King Center on April 28, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Zion Williamson's lost season to injury and unusual absence from the New Orleans Pelicans during his recovery didn't stop the club from betting big on their long-term future together. The star …

Guillory: Whether or not Zion Williamson plays this season, he and the Pelicans need to come to a decision together
2 years, 9 months ago

Guillory: Whether or not Zion Williamson plays this season, he and the Pelicans need to come to a decision together

New York Times  

Who’s going to blink? That’s the question that seems to be hanging in the air as the Pelicans attempt to find a solution to their latest issue with star forward Zion Williamson. Zion Williamson's latest IG story: pic.twitter.com/uqSwPVYIb1 — Will Guillory March 23, 2022 Then it progressed to a one-on-one game a day later at the Pelicans practice facility, when …

Brandon Ingram’s connection with new Pelicans coach Willie Green has led to improved play: ‘There are times when he’s just taking over the game’
3 years, 1 month ago

Brandon Ingram’s connection with new Pelicans coach Willie Green has led to improved play: ‘There are times when he’s just taking over the game’

New York Times  

When Willie Green took the job to be the new head coach of the New Orleans Pelicans in July, the first task on his to-do list was clear: get on the same page with the two stars of the franchise, Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram. Green’s recent playing career and strong relationships with stars like Chris Paul, Devin Booker and …

NBA: New Orleans Pelicans' Zion Williamson in quarantine after returning to bubble, could play against Utah Jazz
4 years, 5 months ago

NBA: New Orleans Pelicans' Zion Williamson in quarantine after returning to bubble, could play against Utah Jazz

Firstpost  

NBA said on Saturday that Williamson will have to serve a four-day quarantine for leaving the league’s Disney bubble on 16 July to tend to an urgent family matter. Lake Buena Vista: Zion Williamson will be out of quarantine by the time New Orleans play in the first official game of the NBA restart at Walt Disney World. The NBA …

NBA: New Orleans Pelicans' Zion Williamson leaves Orlando bubble for 'family medical matter'
4 years, 5 months ago

NBA: New Orleans Pelicans' Zion Williamson leaves Orlando bubble for 'family medical matter'

Firstpost  

The Pelicans say Williamson intends to rejoin the team in the Orlando area for the resumption of the season, but they did not specify when. Lake Buena Vista: The New Orleans Pelicans say top overall draft choice Zion Williamson left the club on Thursday to attend to an urgent family medical matter. “We fully support Zion’s decision to leave the …

Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram show signs of dynamic two-man game
4 years, 10 months ago

Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram show signs of dynamic two-man game

New York Times  

PORTLAND — Even though Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram didn’t get to spend much time on the court together Friday night, it didn’t take long for them to get the results they’ve been waiting on for weeks. dishing out absolute dimes 👀 pic.twitter.com/fU8OdJLlRM — New Orleans Pelicans February 22, 2020 Zion’s post ups will still be a huge part of …

Zion Williamson lights up fourth quarter on NBA debut
4 years, 11 months ago

Zion Williamson lights up fourth quarter on NBA debut

The Hindu  

New Orleans Pelicans sensation Zion Williamson finally made his NBA debut on Wednesday and it was worth the wait as he exploded against the San Antonio Spurs. The much-hyped number one overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft was forced to wait for his debut, having undergone surgery on his knee the day before the Pelicans' campaign started in October. …

Zion Williamson stuns for New Orleans Pelicans in record-breaking NBA debut
4 years, 11 months ago

Zion Williamson stuns for New Orleans Pelicans in record-breaking NBA debut

CNN  

CNN — Expectation is higher for the 2019 NBA draft’s number one overall selection Zion Williamson than any rookie since LeBron James. Chris Graythen/Getty Images North America/Getty Images While his Pelicans lost 121-117 to the San Antonio Spurs, Williamson did enough to justify the hype around him as he broke the Pelicans’ record for most points by a rookie on …

NBA 2019-20: New Orleans Pelicans teenager Zion Williamson excites league like no rookie since LeBron James
5 years, 2 months ago

NBA 2019-20: New Orleans Pelicans teenager Zion Williamson excites league like no rookie since LeBron James

Firstpost  

Zion Williamson said: “The physicality is a little bit different. I feel like I’ll adjust very well.” New Orleans: Zion Williamson has excited NBA fans like no rookie since LeBron James, but knee injuries before his debut have also brought worries about the New Orleans Pelicans teen star. He’s going to continue to do that hopefully over his whole career,” …

Pelicans' Zion Williamson to miss start of NBA season
5 years, 2 months ago

Pelicans' Zion Williamson to miss start of NBA season

The Hindu  

Zion Williamson's regular season NBA debut has been put on ice due to the New Orleans Pelicans rookie's knee injury, according to reports. The Pelicans confirmed on Thursday that Williamson, the number one overall draft pick, would miss Friday's final preseason game against the New York Knicks due to "right knee soreness". ESPN reported on Friday that the issue was …

Zion Williamson's scrimmage with Pelicans draws over 10K fans
5 years, 3 months ago

Zion Williamson's scrimmage with Pelicans draws over 10K fans

The Hindu  

Zion Williamson is helping New Orleans Pelicans break records before the NBA season even begins. Pelicans officials estimated the rookie phenom drew a crowd of more than 10,000 fans for Saturday's open scrimmage at Smoothie King Center, which surpassed the previous record of 7,500 attendees set last season. READ| Zion Williamson injury absence 'more precautionary' "Last year, I was very …

NBA: Zion Williamson injury absence 'more precautionary'
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA: Zion Williamson injury absence 'more precautionary'

The Hindu  

Zion Williamson insists his absence from the New Orleans Pelicans NBA Summer League schedule is precautionary. The Pelicans announced Williamson sustained a knee-to-knee hit with an opponent during Friday's 80-74 win against New York Knicks that would rule him out of its remaining games in Las Vegas. 1 overall draft pick would "move forward from this incident without issue" and …

NBA Draft: Here's how Williamson fits with the Pelicans
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA Draft: Here's how Williamson fits with the Pelicans

The Hindu  

Zion Williamson will almost certainly be selected by the Pelicans with the No. New Orleans sent its first-ever No.1 overall pick, Anthony Davis, to the Lakers for a bevy of assets, including Brandon Ingram, Lonzo Ball, Josh Hart and three first-round picks. The Pelicans now have one of the most talented young cores in the NBA, and Williamson, who turns …

NBA draft: Zion Williamson headed to New Orleans
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA draft: Zion Williamson headed to New Orleans

CNN  

CNN — In the least surprising news of the day, Duke superstar Zion Williamson was the first name called when the NBA draft began Thursday night in New York. Williamson was overcome with emotion after NBA Commissioner Adam Silver finally announced he had been selected by the New Orleans Pelicans. Let’s dance.” In his lone season at Duke, Williamson was …

NBA draft 2019: Zion Williamson era set to begin
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA draft 2019: Zion Williamson era set to begin

CNN  

CNN — Zion Williamson going No. 1 to the New Orleans Pelicans may be all but certain, but the NBA draft still has the potential to be a roller coaster ride. International prospects also will take center stage The NBA truly has become a global game, as several international players likely will take center stage on draft night. In the …

Zion Williamson not looking to fill LeBron's shoes
5 years, 6 months ago

Zion Williamson not looking to fill LeBron's shoes

The Hindu  

Zion Williamson is unconcerned by the pressure of potentially following the likes of LeBron James as the number one pick in the NBA Draft. The 18-year-old would join a roll call that includes Los Angeles Lakers star James and former greats Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson and Tim Duncan. READ | NBA Draft 2019: Zion Williamson and three other instant-impact picks …

NBA: Why the New Orleans Pelicans are so exciting now
5 years, 6 months ago

NBA: Why the New Orleans Pelicans are so exciting now

The Hindu  

The Pelicans just pulled off the first blockbuster deal of the summer, and it could have a major impact on the NBA this coming season. New Orleans sent Anthony Davis to the Lakers in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Lonzo Ball, Josh Hart and three first-round picks, including the No. Here are a three reasons the Pelicans are so exciting: Zion …

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