An NBA player for the New Orleans Pelicans, Zion was candid about his plans with the franchise; forward played in 85 out of 216 possible league games
Zion Williamsonwhich defends the New Orleans Pelicans at NBA, commented on his return after the off-season and what he expects for the upcoming seasons of the league. The franchise opted for a maximum advance extension with the young forward. In an interview with the podcast of Ryan Russellthe team’s vice president of operations, David Griffindetailed that there were no doubts about keeping the player in the squad.
“Giving a maximum extension to Zion is not a big decision as it is something very easy for our team. This boy was historically good while he was on the court. He deserves that contract, so there’s no dilemma with us. It’s a pretty simple decision, actually.”highlighted. “[…] We have enormous confidence that he really wants to be here and we will come to an agreement.”
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Williamson, who barely took to the court in the 2021/2022 season due to a string of injuries, stressed that he is excited for years to come. “I want to prove that I am a winner here, first of all. It’s that simple. I want to win with the coach [Willie] Greenas well as with my companions”, said the athlete from pelicans.
The 22-year-old star also revealed his main goal in the passage through the Louisiana team. “The biggest goal, of course, is to bring the title to New Orleans and I feel like we’re on the right track. We are hungry and excited to build on the success of last season.”nailed the pivot, during a press conference.
On my last birthday (in 2021) I found out that I had suffered a broken foot and would therefore be out for the entire season. It was a tough time, to sum it up. So, a year later, seeing this team give me a gift like that is indescribable. I will not let them down. I will not disappoint my family, this city and, above all, myself”.
𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗟: @ZionWilliamson has signed a contract extension with the #pelicans! 💪 pic.twitter.com/zKiXS1ku9W
— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) July 6, 2022
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