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.

January 22, 2020 was one of the most anticipated nights in New Orleans Pelicans' history. It was the night Zion Williamson made his NBA debut after being selected with the No. 1 draft pick the summer before.

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

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.

Two-time All-Star New Orleans Pelicans power forward Zion Williams has been suspended by his own team for a game due to "a violation of team policies," sources inform ESPN's Shams Charania. It's a major blow for New Orleans' chances in their next game Friday night.

One night after coming close to recording his first career triple double, Zion Williamson is listed out for the New Orleans Pelicans' Wednesday night game against the Dallas Mavericks at

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.

Williamson finished the win in Chicago with 21 points, nine assists and seven rebounds. Since returning from his hamstring injury, Williamson hasn't played on the backend of back-to-backs, a noteworthy note as the Pelicans return to home to host the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night at 7 p.m.

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