ClutchPoints 17 hours ago
Pelicans coach Stan Van Gundy laments lack of calls for Zion Williamson, throws shade at Giannis Antetokounmpo
The latest matchup between New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo lived up to the hype, with both players leading their teams in a back-and-forth game. But in the end, it was Antetokounmpo and the Bucks that took home the win, 129-125. The reigning MVP and Defensive Player of the […] The post Pelicans coach Stan Van Gundy laments lack of calls for Zion Williamson, throws shade at Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 26, 2021
Zion Williamson shows maturity in reaction to crucial no-call vs. Bucks
New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson is just 20 years old and only in his second year in the NBA, but he is already playing beyond his years. On Thursday, after the Pelicans’ 129-125 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, Williamson showed that his maturity extends off the court as well. When asked about a non-call […] The post Zion Williamson shows maturity in reaction to crucial no-call vs. Bucks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 26, 2021
VIDEO: Zion Williamson caught Giannis Antetokounmpo napping on slick move
Two of the most freakish players in the NBA went head-to-head Thursday night, as the Milwaukee Bucks took on the New Orleans Pelicans. Both Zion Willamson and Giannis Antetokounmpo are basically walking highlight-makers, so seeing them face off is a sight to behold. During the first half, Williamson made an effort to slash past Giannis […] The post VIDEO: Zion Williamson caught Giannis Antetokounmpo napping on slick move appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 25, 2021
Pelicans’ Zion Williamson’s latest record shows utter dominance
The word dominant has been used to describe New Orleans Pelicans All-Star Zion Williamson as of late. The 24-year-old high flyer has been using his superior athletic gifts to the fullest, racking up quite the individual achievement since the beginning of the year. Against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on Thursday, the 6-foot-7 forward […] The post Pelicans’ Zion Williamson’s latest record shows utter dominance appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 25, 2021
VIDEO: Pelicans’ Zion Williamson erases Donte DiVincenzo’s layup from face of the earth
Who says Zion Williamson can’t play defense? With the Milwaukee Bucks holding a slim one-point lead against the New Orleans Pelicans late in the second quarter Thursday night, Williamson destroyed a layup attempt by Donte DiVincenzo, spiking the ball hard off the backboard. Clearly, Zion didn’t appreciate the guard thinking he could score off him […] The post VIDEO: Pelicans’ Zion Williamson erases Donte DiVincenzo’s layup from face of the earth appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 25, 2021
Bucks’ Bobby Portis clowning with his best Zion Williamson impersonation
Shaqtin’ A Fool alum Bobby Portis wasn’t a fan of how Zion Williamson draws a foul. On Thursday, the Milwaukee Bucks forward mocked the young superstar after Williamson drew a foul on Portis’ teammate, Brook Lopez. The New Orleans Pelicans standout was headed to the line for a pair of free throws but not without […] The post Bucks’ Bobby Portis clowning with his best Zion Williamson impersonation appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 25, 2021
Pelicans’ Brandon Ingram slaps LeBron James in the face with Zion Williamson comments
Did New Orleans Pelicans swingman Brandon Ingram seriously forget he shared the floor with one of the greatest players in NBA history? Ingram was asked Thursday about both Zion Williamson being named a Western Conference All-Star reserve after the former No. 2 pick earned that honor last season. The Duke product spoke highly of Williamson, […] The post Pelicans’ Brandon Ingram slaps LeBron James in the face with Zion Williamson comments appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 25, 2021
Stunning Zion Williamson 1 of 1 card pull draws rabid reactions from breaker
The Zion Williamson hype train is very much alive and going strong. In the NBA, the second-year forward for the New Orleans Pelicans is taking a massive leap in his career. He’s currently averaging 25.1 points with an insane 61% field goal percentage in 32.8 minutes per contest. This kind of efficiency has transformed Williamson […] The post Stunning Zion Williamson 1 of 1 card pull draws rabid reactions from breaker appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 25, 2021
The secret behind Zion Williamson’s breakout season with the Pelicans, revealed
The New Orleans Pelicans have seen their offense improve drastically of late, beginning with changes they’ve made to who runs the offense. With Zion Williamson making the All-Star team as a reserve, the reason for his breakout season was revealed, via The Athletic’s William Guillory. To begin the season, Stan Van Gundy was figuring out […] The post The secret behind Zion Williamson’s breakout season with the Pelicans, revealed appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Feb 24, 2021
Zion Williamson leads Pelicans past Pistons, 128-118
Zion Williamson scored 32 points in his first game since being named a first-time All-Star, and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Detroit Pistons 128-118 on Wednesday night.
ClutchPoints Feb 23, 2021
Pelicans stud Zion Williamson’s historic All-Star berth matches Kobe Bryant, LeBron James
One of the most interesting bits coming out of the All-Star Game reserves announcement is the fact that New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has been named as a reserve for the West. The 20-year-old’s most recent achievement makes him one of the youngest players in history to have been named as an All-Star, joining […] The post Pelicans stud Zion Williamson’s historic All-Star berth matches Kobe Bryant, LeBron James appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 21, 2021
Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram vocal on Pelicans’ change of heart
The New Orleans Pelicans made history on Sunday night as they mounted the biggest comeback in franchise history against the Boston Celtics. The Pelicans escaped with a 120-115 overtime win against Boston after trailing by as many as 24 points in the third quarter. After the statement victory, Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram were all […] The post Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram vocal on Pelicans’ change of heart appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 21, 2021
VIDEO: Celtics’ Jayson Tatum, Pelicans’ Zion Williamson trade clutch buckets to send game to overtime
Sunday’s high-octane matchup between the Boston Celtics and the New Orleans Pelicans went down the wire with neither team willing to give in an inch. The game needed an extra period to decide a winner as Jayson Tatum and Zion Williamson made sure that their respective teams were not going to lose in regulation. Zion […] The post VIDEO: Celtics’ Jayson Tatum, Pelicans’ Zion Williamson trade clutch buckets to send game to overtime appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Hoops Habit Feb 19, 2021
New Orleans Pelicans: The organization is mishandling Zion Williamson
Former New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis told the organization in January of 2019 that he wasn’t interested in a contract extension and wanted a trade. Davis wanted to be on a championship-contending team as he felt New Orleans had no realistic path towards a title. Davis’ preferred destination was the Los Angeles Lakers as […] New Orleans Pelicans: The organization is mishandling Zion Williamson - Hoops Habit - Hoops Habit - NBA News, Rumors, Analysis, Opinion and Stats
ClutchPoints Feb 18, 2021
CJ McCollum reacts to Damian Lillard carrying Blazers over Zion Williamson, Pelicans
Portland Trail Blazers star CJ McCollum has been out since January 19 due to a fractured left foot, and no timetable has been set for his return. That doesn’t mean he has been unable to applaud the efforts of his teammates, especially his All-Star backcourt mate Damian Lillard. McCollum was particularly impressed with Lillard’s towering […] The post CJ McCollum reacts to Damian Lillard carrying Blazers over Zion Williamson, Pelicans appeared first on ClutchPoints.
