One of the most hyped regular-season events in recent NBA history took place Jan. 22, 2020, with the league’s next young phenom, the No. 1 pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, set to play his first game as a pro following a three-month absence because of a torn right lateral meniscus.

Zion Williamson highlighted a 24-point, 14-rebound performance with an array of thunderous dunks during a dominant fourth-quarter stint, and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Utah Jazz 136-123 on Friday night to open a two-game set.

Zion Williamson took the high road after he was suspended for a game by his New Orleans Pelicans. "This is my job, and they were holding me accountable," Williamson explained. "All I can do is be better.

The Pelicans' social media account posted a photo of Zion Williamson during practice, which sparked an unexpected wave of fan reactions.

Friday's night matchup between the New Orleans Pelicans and Utah Jazz started slowly for Zion Williamson. The two-time all-star picked up three first-quarter fo

The two-time All-Star last played in New Orleans' 136-123 victory over the Jazz on Friday, where he delivered an impressive all-around performance in 23 minutes. Williamson scored 24 points on 11 of 21 shooting while adding 14 rebounds, six assists and three steals.

Zion Williamson is on the injury report for the New Orleans Pelicans as the team is trying to manage his playing time.

The New Orleans Pelicans suspended Zion Williamson for Friday night’s game against Philadelphia for a violation of team policies.

Zion Williamson has another strong performance in his return from his hamstring injury. The two-time all-star scored 24 points and grabbed a season-high 14 rebounds in the win. One of his baskets was a highlight two-handed dunk on Jazz center Drew Eubanks that immediately went viral on social media.

Even with the Pelicans' quick start, Zion Williamson went into early foul trouble after picking up three fouls in the first quarter. The former No. 1 overall pick didn't let that deter him from dominating in the second half,

NBA legend Carmelo Anthony is fed up with Pelicans forward Zion Williamson and decided to speak on the situation.