Mar 27, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson during pre-game warm ups before their game against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports
Zion Williamson claims he is feeling better than ever and is ready to make his return to the league following a long absence.
Zion Williamson’s future had been the subject of a great deal of speculation up until this point. Last season he was unable to participate in even a single game for the New Orleans Pelicans because of various injuries.
As a direct consequence of this, numerous rumors have circulated regarding the possibility of the Pelicans extending Zion’s current contract or not. There had been conversations about the possibility of relocating away from New Orleans and to Zion. He has never been far removed from the New York Knicks, and the front office of that team is more than ready to welcome him aboard.
But as of right now, all of that has been put on hold. A maximum extension of five years was offered to Zion Williamson by the New Orleans Pelicans a couple of months ago, and he is now prepared to begin playing for them. Zion has reported that he is feeling better than he has in the past and has looked to be in pretty good shape throughout the training camp.
Talking about it Zion said, “I’ve never dealt with a layover like this. That’s a long time without playing the game. But my excitement level is through the roof, I’m just ready to get back on the court. My focus over the summer was just get back to playing shape, playing condition and honing my craft as usual. I feel like I’m at my best right now. I feel like I’m moving faster, jumping higher, I feel great.”
Hopefully, Zion will be able to show the world that he still is an elite player and prove all those people wrong who trolled him last season due to his injuries as the Pelicans are ready to make a huge leap this season.
The New Orleans Pelicans qualified for the playoffs despite being without their best player during the previous season. Because Zion Williamson is expected to return for the following season, they could emerge as a surprise contender for the championship.
The Pelicans’ fortunes have significantly improved since CJ McCollum joined the team. In light of the fact that the trio consisting of Zion, CJ, and Brandon Ingram has a chance to become pretty good, other teams in the west ought to be terrified of the Pels during the upcoming season.
On the occasion of his birthday, Zion Williamson was presented with the maximum extension. Zion was overjoyed because he was able to acquire the most excellent present for his birthday. He has already given his word to the community that he will do everything in his power to bring a championship back to their town.
Talking about it, Zion said, “I’m not going to let this city down. I’m not going to let my family down. And most of all, I’m not going to let myself down. So, thank you. On my birthday last year is when I found out I broke my foot and I was out the whole year. It was a tough year and then, for the Pelicans to come give me this birthday gift, I’m not going to let them down.“
The New Orleans Pelicans undoubtedly have a very talented roster. They can certainly surprise many people this season as their head coach Willie Green was able to do wonders with them, and that was without Zion Williamson. With their star player who could give them 27-7 on every given night, the Pelicans will be ecstatic about their team, and will be looking forward to the new season.
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