Zion Williamson, the New Orleans Pelicans, had reportedly lost 25 pounds since the in-season tournament.
A notable ESPN correspondent, Brian Windhorst, revealed that this weight loss occurred over the past few months, leading to the Pelicans’ subsequent victories.
Zion Williamson has reportedly lost 25 pounds since the in-season tournament, per @WindhorstESPN
“I’ve got people in New Orleans telling me that since December, when the In-Season Tournament happened, that Zion Williamson has lost 25 or more pounds and his performance has been… pic.twitter.com/2lPuDY2kBJ
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) March 18, 2024
It all began with a devastating loss for the Pelicans in the semifinals of the In-Season Tournament against the legendary Los Angeles Lakers.
Zion Williamson, under immense pressure, failed to deliver during this crucial showdown, working up a paltry 13 points in a 133-89 blowout loss.
This performance brought on severe criticism, proving to be the reluctant wake-up call Williamson didn’t know he needed.
Opposition and criticism can be disheartening, but for Williamson, it became fuel for transformation.
Today, he looks nothing like the player who struggled during that infamous Lakers game. Instead, we see a star reborn, leading the Pelicans with an impressive 22.6 points on average per game.
The impact of the transformation is undeniable. Williamson’s prowess has surged over time, with a recorded average of 23.9 points on an astounding 62.5 percent shooting success rate, as of March.
The enhanced performance isn’t solely restricted to Williamson; it has pervaded throughout the New Orleans Pelicans’ gameplay.
The team has seen a stupendous winning streak this month, losing just one of their nine games.
With their newfound energy, the Pelicans currently hold a strong lead, surpassing the Dallas Mavericks by 2.5 games in the Southwest Division.
The Pelicans, along with their prodigious star Zion Williamson, are all set to keep their winning streak alive.
Their resilience will be put to test as they face Brooklyn Nets, who, despite having a 26-42 record.
