US EditionJoe Dumars Speaks with WDSU About Zion Williamson's Future with the Team
- Zion Williamson returned to play for the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday after a two-month absence due to a hamstring injury against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
- Williamson's return follows a history of injuries and limited game appearances despite signing a five-year, $193 million extension with weight and availability clauses in 2022.
- In Tuesday's game, Williamson scored 22 points, grabbed six rebounds, dished out four assists, and made three steals while shooting 9-of-15 from the field.
- Pelicans executive Joe Dumars stated, "We're going to go forward with Zion," emphasizing Williamson will remain a focal point despite injuries and current speculation about his future.
- The Pelicans, holding a 7-30 record, do not currently plan to trade Williamson before the February 6 deadline, as Dumars and analysts agree they should wait for him to prove sustained health and productivity.
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Joe Dumars speaks with WDSU about Zion Williamson's future with the team
New Orleans Pelicans newly hired Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars spoke one-on-one with WDSU Sports Director Fletcher Mackel Wednesday about what's next for one of their star players.
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NolaPelicans VP Joe Dumars makes clear the team's plans for Zion Williamson moving forward
Newly-hired New Orleans Pelicans executive Joe Dumars exclusively spoke to The Times-Picayune about the franchise moving forward with All-Star forward Zion Williamson.
Pelicans make their decision on Zion Williamson's future
Dec 17, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports The New Orleans Pelicans are not ready to turn the page on the Zion Williamson era just yet. Joe Dumars, who is the Pelicans’ new head of basketball operations, spoke on Wednesday in an interview with The New Orleans Times-Picayune. During his remarks, Dumars made t…
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