“Don’t Know if Zion Williamson Is Gonna Play for the Pelicans Again”: NBA Insider Makes Shocking Claim That Could Interest Franchises

Leading up to the 2019 NBA draft, many were excited about the potential of Zion Williamson. For a player of his size, it was quite amazing to see him perform high-flying dunks, while also being a strong rebounder. Hence, the New Orleans Pelicans wasted no time in selecting him with their first pick. They truly believed that he would be the key to the franchise’s success.

However, injuries have riddled Zion’s career in the NBA. So far, he has only featured in 85 games in total. Moreover, he is yet to suit up for the Pelicans this season. This has led to many putting question marks on Zion’s longevity as a player. Moreover, many even believe that the Pelicans may part ways with him because he is injury prone.

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One such person is NBA Insider Jordan Schultz. In a recent interview, Schultz shed light on why he believes Zion and the Pelicans will part ways soon.

Jordan Schultz on Zion Williamson and the Pelicans

During a recent interview on the ‘Dan Patrick Show’, NBA Insider Jordan Schultz shed light on Zion Williamson’s future with the Pelicans. He believes that the franchise will part ways with the young star in the near future.

“I don’t know if Zion Williamson’s going to ever play for the Pelicans again. He’s played 85 games in his career,” said Schultz.

“If you don’t trade him this summer, Dan, what are you going to get for him long-term? If you don’t believe he’s going to stay healthy, what are we talking about here?” he added.

“There’s a very good chance he will not be back and they will trade him this summer. Or at least, strongly explore trades,” he stated on the possibility of the Pelicans trading away Zion.

Thereafter, Schultz added that trading for Zion could give the Pelicans a lottery pick due to his impressive statline in the previous season. Furthermore, he added that the Pelicans will be looking to trade Zion simply because they need a solid player who can be healthy without being sidelined for extensive periods.

Clearly, it seems as though Zion’s health is a major concern for the Pelicans. Despite him being a phenom in high school and college, and having solid performances in the NBA, his absence is costing the team. Moreover, the franchise now has a leader in CJ McCollum, another young star in Brandon Ingram, and a solid veteran in Jonas Valančiūnas.

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All they need is another solid piece to improve their standing in the NBA. With Zion being out, it could mean that the required piece can come from elsewhere.