Zion Williamson News, Rumors, Updates - New Orleans Pelicans

Zion Williamson is in 'impeccable' shape and yearning to experience the playoffs with the Pelicans

Zion Williamson says he's not where he wants or needs to be as an NBA player as the Pelicans power forward enters his eighth season as a pro

2 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Joe Dumars challenges Zion Williamson to become a shooter at media day, but I'm skeptical Joe Dumars has challenged Zion Williamson to become a floor spacer for the Pelicans, but the numbers and history don't suggest that will hap...

8 HOURS AGO • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Yves Missi's offensive growth could unlock a something different with Zion Williamson Yves Missi has developed his ball skills and can now space out more for Zion Williamson, creating a new layer to the Pelicans' offense.

1 DAY AGO • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Pelicans are once again fumbling the perfect formula to unlock Zion Williamson's best tool Zion Williamson doesn't have the shooting around him to be the elite playmaker he can be for the Pelicans next season, and that's a massive...

2 DAYS AGO • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Zion Williamson calls relationship with rape accuser 'pleasant and consensual' | Sporting News Williamson is accused of raping and assaulting an ex-girlfriend multiple times across their five-year relationship. He disputes those claims...

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Zion Williamson Says He Was 'Friends With Benefits' With Sexual Assault Accuser Zion Williamson has denied the allegations made against him in a rape lawsuit, with the NBA star now providing his own account.

5 DAYS AGO • BASKETBALLFOREVER.COM

Zion Williamson's stunning NBA ranking shows how far Pelicans star has fallen | Sporting News Zion Williamson stayed healthier last season, but his placement in ESPN’s latest NBA player rankings raises major questions about his future...

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Pelicans Can't Take Trey Murphy III for Granted as Franchise Changes Mount The New Orleans Pelicans enter this season with questions throughout the roster. They need Zion Williamson to remain healthy and engaged. Th...

6 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Why Jamahl Mosley Is Perfect Coach to Unlock Zion Williamson New Orleans Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson is about to embark on his eighth season in the NBA. Despite the meteoric expectations when...

SEPTEMBER 19 • SI.COM

NBA 2K27 sparks an intriguing Zion Williamson experiment the Pelicans should try NBA 2K27 suggests the Pelicans should play Zion Williamson at center, and Jamahl Mosley should take note.

SEPTEMBER 16 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Zion Williamson and 3 Other Pelicans With the Most at Stake This Season The New Orleans Pelicans will enter the 2026-27 season with a new head coach, a slightly revamped roster, and no shortage of unanswered ques...

SEPTEMBER 10 • SI.COM

Latest Zion Williamson forecast doesn't change why Celtics should pass on him Even if the Pelicans part with Zion Williamson, the Celtics have the pieces to trade for a far more reliable star to pair with Jayson Tatum.

AUGUST 30 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

'Sneaky' Zion Williamson gamble would make too much sense for Bucks If the Milwaukee Bucks want to land another star after trading Giannis Antetokounmpo, Zion Williamson quietly makes a lot of sense.

AUGUST 27 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

The Pelicans need to make this obvious decision to save their team When the New Orleans Pelicans drafted Zion Williamson in 2019, there was a ray of hope for the franchise after they traded away Anthony Davi...

AUGUST 25 • HOOPSHABIT.COM

Zion Williamson's offseason workout hints at an unstoppable season Zion Williamson was seen working out with Saddiq Bey, shooting jump shots.

AUGUST 23 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Bold proposed Zion Williamson trade would have had Hornets fans buzzing Rumors have run rampant about the New Orleans Pelicans trading Zion Williamson to the Charlotte Hornets, with a proposed deal sending him ba...

AUGUST 19 • HOOPSHABIT.COM

Jamahl Mosley has one obvious decision to unlock Zion Williamson's greatest strength Jamahl Mosley putting the ball in Zion Williamson's hands and letting him drive the offense could help the Pelicans reach their ceiling in 2...

AUGUST 10 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Coming off productive season Williamson (knee) bounced back with a productive campaign in 2025-26, reestablishing himself as the focal point of New Orleans' offense despite the team's 26-56 finish.

Impact He remains one of the league's most efficient interior scorers when healthy and should once again lead the Pelicans in usage entering 2026-27. With no major offseason additions threatening his role, Williamson is expected to remain the centerpiece of the franchise.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

The Pelicans may finally be getting the Zion Williamson they were promised The New Orleans Pelicans have been waiting for the version of Zion Williamson, and it appears they may get it in the 2026-27 season.

JULY 23 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

Bucks should use bad Derik Queen stat to chase Zion Williamson trade idea The Milwaukee Bucks should consider a trade for Zion Williamson this summer.

JULY 23 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

"That's a flagrant foul" - EX-NFL MVP Torches Zion Williamson For Bringing Ahkeema Love Courtside During NBA Summer League Former NFL MVP Cam Newton fired shots at Pelicans star Zion Williamson after he attended a Pelicans summer league game with his girlfriend, Akheema Love.

JULY 21 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Grading a bold Blazers mock trade that lands Zion Williamson in Portland Grading a new mock trade idea that sends New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson to the Portland Trail Blazers.

JULY 7 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

One Zion Williamson offseason development could save the Pelicans from a disastrous offseason The 2026 offseason has been a dud for the New Orleans Pelicans. Zero trades, with the only major move being the hiring of Jamahl Mosley as t...

JULY 6 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

If Trey Murphy III gets traded, another Pelicans star must be the next to go If the Pelicans trade Trey Murphy III for draft picks, they should trade Zion Williamson next and go into a full rebuild.

JULY 4 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

The Pelicans' lack of activity in free agency suggests a painful starting lineup experiment The Pelicans not signing a starting center suggests Joe Dumars plans to start Zion Williamson and Derik Queen in the frontcourt next season.

JULY 4 • PELICANDEBRIEF.COM

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Zion Williamson is in 'impeccable' shape and yearning to experience the playoffs with the Pelicans