Former Duke basketball superstar Zion Williamson has had a bit of an up-and-down career in the NBA since being drafted No. 1 overall by the New Orleans Pelicans in 2019. However, after dropping weight this offseason, the star looks to be in the best shape since his NBA career began, and his stat line in New Orleans' season opener showed it. Williamson was dominant for the Pelicans in an opening 128-122 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on October 22nd, clearly showing he was the best player on the floor. Over the last few seasons, it's felt like Williamson's name has come up in every trade deadline discussion, but 2025 might be the season where Williamson reminds the NBA why he was such a highly-touted prospect coming out of Duke.
Zion Williamson just showed the entire NBA he's back and better than ever
