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YouTube Gold: Zion Williamson Looked Great In His Return To NBA Action

If Tuesday’s outing is any indication, the league has a major challenge ahead.

Oct 4, 2022; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (44) is blocked by New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game at United Center.

You’re going to hear the phrase “514 days” a lot on Wednesday. That’s because that’s how long it’s been since former Duke star Zion Williamson played in an NBA game.

Tuesday was only an exhibition, and New Orleans played 17 guys and only one starter got as much as 19 minutes, which was by design.