Former Duke Blue Devil and No. 1 overall pick Zion Williamson has experienced one of the most unpredictable and tumultuous starts to his NBA career. Once regarded as the second-best recruit in the nation by ESPN,

In 2022, Zion Williamson signed a five-year, $197 million contract extension with the Pelicans. However, a clause tied to games played has voided the guarantees on the final three years of the deal. Despite being a frequent subject of trade rumors, no serious discussions have emerged regarding his potential departure.