25-under-25: The uncertain inevitability of Zion Williamson

Zion Williamson was drafted by New Orleans Pelicans as the No. 1 pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. He hasn't played basketball since May 4, 2021. His health and ability to commit to the Pelicans was questioned. He has not played a basketball game since then. The rise of Zion Williamson from college main attraction at Duke to NBA elite felt like a mirage.

Zion Williamson has a surgically repaired foot. He is ready to take back what is his. The real path to a renewed push for the Zion Age starts with how he interacts and mingles with his teammates.

Zion Williamson is rejoining the New Orleans Pelicans. The team has improved in his absence and in the wake of his contract extension. C.J. McCollum, Herb Brooks and everyone else have contributed to the team's improvement. Zion is a once-in-a-generation talent. He can create in half-court off the dribble and be a facilitator in pick-and-roll. This will be the best team he's played with. Ja Morant is the No. 1 choice of pundits for the 2019 NBA draft. It was believed that Morants would be good, but he was predetermined.