Williamson, New Orleans Pelicans and Stephen A. Smith

Stephen A. Smith claims he knows where Zion Williamson wants to play — and it’s not New Orleans
Zion Williamson seems to want out of New Orleans, at least according to Stephen A. Smith. The ESPN talking head declared that the Pelicans star no longer wanted to be part of the organization during an episode of “First Take” on Monday.
Stephen A. Smith Reveals Potential Zion Williamson Career Decision For New Orleans Pelicans
While superstars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander do not care about market size, that may not be the case here. ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith offered some insight into the matter on an episode of First Take.
Stephen A. Smith makes a major claim about Pelicans' Zion Williamson
On an episode of “First Take” this week, the ESPN personality made a big claim about the New Orleans Pelicans star. Smith said that Williamson does not want to be in New Orleans and instead wants to be in a major market such as New York or Los Angeles.
Celtics withstand return of Zion Williamson and beat Pelicans 120-119
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.
Zion Williamson finally returned to the Pelicans. Now comes the important part
Williamson had 22 points and a memorable dunk in a loss to Minnesota, bringing much-needed hope to New Orleans. How long will it last?
Should the trade spotlight be shining on Pelicans' Zion Williamson?
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.
Stephen A. Smith Worries for Pelicans Staff Jobs Amid Zion Williamson Ordeal
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.
Pelicans suspend Zion Williamson for 1 game against 76ers for violation of team policies
The New Orleans Pelicans have suspended power forward Zion Williamson for their game against Philadelphia for a violation of team policies.
Pelicans Suspend Star Zion Williamson
Two-time All-Star New Orleans Pelicans power forward Zion Williams has been suspended by his own team for a game due to "a violation of team policies," sources inform ESPN's Shams Charania. It's a major blow for New Orleans' chances in their next game Friday night.
Stephen A.: Zion Williamson 'Doesn't Want to Be' with Pelicans amid NBA Trade Rumors
Following Zion Williamson's one-game suspension for violating team policies, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith believes that Williamson no longer wants to be in
Zion Williamson returns from suspension, but will things change for struggling Pelicans?
Williamson is finally healthy and not under team suspension. But can he prove to the franchise that he is ready, once and for all?
Zion Williamson, Pelicans tenure ‘officially over’ says Gilbert Arenas
Zion Williamson's time in New Orleans could come to a close rather soon, according to Gilbert Arenas on his podcast.
Zion-Pelicans on the rocks, new CBA is stifling trades & All-Star ballot reveal | Good Word with Goodwill
On today's episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vincent Goodwill is joined by The Ringer's Howard Beck as they do a deep on ...
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CJ McCollum, Jose Alvarado lead the way as Pelicans overcome Zion suspension to beat 76ers
The Pelicans took an 87-78 lead into the fourth quarter when Alvarado drained a 3-pointer at the buzzer. They stretched the ...