Zion Williamson is undoubtedly a great player. But he has had great health concerns that have deterred him from perhaps being a force to be reckoned with in the league. His ankle soreness caused him to miss a chunk of his time on the court. Prior to that, he had many issues that have now become roadblocks for his career. His body, arguably his biggest asset, has become a liability.
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His nagging issues with his health have plagued him and the New Orleans Pelicans for some time now. Williamson’s knee was a key reason why he couldn’t even make his NBA debut till January 2020. Even then, he missed the entirety of last season owing to a broken foot. Williamson went through surgery and wasn’t fit to play.
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What frustrated fans the most was that Williamson, with his array of skills, was unable to use them and wield them to power as much as maybe possible.
Brooklyn Nets superstar, Kevin Durant was vocal about Williamson’s ability to rule the court and dubbed him “one of one”. His physique combined with his agility and powerful movements constitutes a really credible player.
Health scares of Zion Williamson worries fans
The NBA world couldn’t stop debating his career woes as Zion Williamson faced yet another health scare recently.
Here are some of the reactions from NBA Twitter:
He’s gonna be injured for the rest of his career. Sad.
— Adam | HAYNES² (@Adamkendama1) October 24, 2022
Zion and staying healthy pic.twitter.com/vxKdUV5UpZ
— SD 🌹 (@_sD98_) October 24, 2022
I still say this kid is too big and plays very hard. He'll always have or be on the cuff of injury after injury. He's in better shape but needs to be even leaner, lighter for his frame to prevent injury. He's so explosive, and puts so much torque on his body.
— Andre Levingston (@drelevingston) October 24, 2022
Why must this man be cursed pic.twitter.com/uyqNJeTEb0
— NickMan (@BrokenNickMan16) October 24, 2022
He’s so injury prone
— Richard (Not Down Bad Right Now) (@umichwolverine1) October 24, 2022
During their match with the Utah Jazz, the energy was palpable. Zion Williamson got the ball and went for a dunk. Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson blocked him forcefully, causing Williamson to fall awkwardly and hard onto the hardwood, landing on his tailbone.
Clarkson’s block was immediately swept up by the court’s concern for the Pelicans player. People rushed to help Williamson, who was writhing in pain.
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He could stand on his own two feet, but he exited the game. He didn’t come back for overtime as well. This was fuel to the fire and churned out strong rumors about whether he would be able to play again this season. His teammate, Brandon Ingram also had to exit the game early from a head injury.
It was reported later that night that Zion Williamson was diagnosed with a posterior hip contusion.
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Team management has to prioritize the health of the team. For Williamson, the diagnosis must have been frustrating and had come at the wrong time.
Do you think fans will see Zion Williamson playing again this season? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
