Zion Williamson lasted about as long as Frank Jackson did one year ago in the Las Vegas Summer League — a single half of basketball.
In other words, the New Orleans Pelicans biggest draw was limited to the shortest of glimpses in exhibition play and now we have to wait until the preseason schedule comes around next September to view a tantalizing talent once again.
Selfish reasons aside, David Griffin is undoubtedly making the correct call here.
Injury Update:
Zion Williamson, who left last night’s game against the Knicks with a bruised left knee, will not participate in the remainder of the NBA Summer League, David Griffin announced today.