Zion Williamson had 22 points and nine rebounds and the New Orleans Pelicans overcame a 17-point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 114-96 on Sunday night to open a two-game set. The teams will meet again in New Orleans on Tuesday night.
San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul has become one of the NBA's premier elder statesmen. Regardless of what team Paul is on, he's become one of the biggest mentors in the league, including Pelicans star Zion Williamson.
Zion Williamson had 22 points and nine rebounds and the New Orleans Pelicans overcame a 17-point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 114-96 on Sunday night
The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the San Antonio Spurs 114-96 on Friday night behind a team-high 22 points from Zion Williamson. The two-time all-star has scored at least 22 points in five of the last six games despite being on a minute restriction.
The San Antonio Spurs will take on the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday night, and we have fans covered with all they need to know.
Injuries have perhaps been the biggest hurdle New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has had to overcome throughout his six-year NBA career. His weight has always been an issue as well, with fans and critics alike associating it (and his supposed unhealthy eating habits) with his susceptibility to injuries.
However, even if San Antonio doesn't clinch a 2025 postseason berth, statistics reveal a roadblock for its potential in the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes. Duke is a hotbed for NBA talent every season. However,