“I’m not going to let the city down, I’m not going to let my family down” - Zion Williamson sends a message after signing his max extension with the Pelicans, says the goal is to win a championship
“He’s the most dominant interior scorer in the NBA since Shaq” - Brian Windhorst praises Zion Williamson, says he wants to see him go back to his Duke days on defence
“NBA, at its core… Is a question of who are the most freak athletes in the world?” - Nick Wright believes Zion Williamson will become an All-NBA player, says "he’s kicked everyone’s teeth in" so far
NBA News Roundup: Golden State Warriors stars wouldn't oppose Kevin Durant reunion; Zion Williamson displays his commitment to New Orleans, and more - July 4th, 2022
NBA Free Agency Day 2 Recap: Chicago Bulls keep Zach LaVine for $215 million, Zion Williamson nearing agreement for rookie max extension with Pelicans, and more
“You’re a small-market team with no history of winning, you cannot quibble” - NBA analyst believes New Orleans Pelicans should offer 1x All-Star a max deal, says "just do it and move on"
"You've got Zion and a top 10 pick that's waiting in the wings that weren't on the court all year" - Bobby Marks emphasizes New Orleans Pelicans' strong position heading into offseason
“Do I want Zion Williamson.. Do I want Mikal Bridges and Deandre Ayton?” - NBA Insider says Brooklyn Nets should look to get emerging stars in return for Kevin Durant if he is traded
"Does anyone know a cool Australian way to say f**k yeah", "Pelicans need to draft Shaq son with their last pick to piss the Lakers off" - Fans post hysterical reactions after New Orleans Pelicans pick Dyson Daniels with No. 8 pick in the draft
“Zion is gonna be trending towards All-NBA ” - Jalen Rose says sky is the limit for Zion Williamson and the Pelicans as he looks to have figured out the need to stay in top shape
NBA News Roundup: New Orleans Pelicans star looks in sublime shape in commercial, Doc Rivers confesses his love for Philadelphia 76ers guard, and more - June 22, 2022
“Kevin Durant had foot injuries early in his career, how’s it working out for him right now?” - Alan Hahn believes 1x NBA All-Star and his agent should hold out for a max contract this summer, says they should refuse a deal with conditions
"He played a season being historically good as Point Zion" - New Orleans Pelicans VP David Griffin on giving Zion Williamson a max extension, calls it a "pretty easy decision"
“You know what New Orleans… Now I’m going to the Lakers” - Shaquille O’Neal says Zion Williamson should take $90 million for 3 years and play well, says Zion doesn’t have a weight problem
"His parents should have said, 'young man, we're getting you a chef" - 11x All-Star makes hilarious claim when asked about being hypothetically offered Zion Williamson's $200 million max deal
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