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Zion Williamson leads Pelicans to impressive 101-94 victory over Joel Embiid’s 76ers

In the star turn we were all expecting before the season, a vital Pelicans first round draft pick starred in his role as the power forward in defeating the Eastern Conference power Philadelphia 76ers in an uneven brickfest 101-94, finishing with a team-best +10.

Yup, it was Jaxson Hayes!

Hayes came off the bench to provide key minutes as a reserve power forward and block shots and tips, sprint up and down the floor to attract defenders which opened up lanes for teammates, wait patiently before cutting decisively and with intent to harm, and finish dunks (and even shoot a 3, dribble, and pass a little bit).