Zion Williamson is again experiencing a frustratingly injury-prone season for the New Orleans Pelicans. He has only played ten games this season after dealing with lingering hamstring and calf injuries.

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.

This season, Zion is averaging 21.9 points, 8.2 rebounds and 5.4 assists per game, as he continues to be one of the NBA’s best paint scorers. The Pelicans hope that he can keep this up and stay healthy as he is an integral part of their future.

The New Orleans Pelicans return to action on Friday after having their Wednesday game against the Milwaukee Bucks postponed due to a severe snowstorm that hit t

Given the possibility of landing a franchise-altering talent in the upcoming draft, the Pelicans must certainly consider a shift of eras and potentially ending the Williamson saga, which hasn't been beneficial for the superstar or the club.

Jan 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts to dunking the ball through the arm of Utah Jazz forward Drew Eubanks (15) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images / Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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.

Williamson, who has missed 27 games because of an early-November left hamstring strain, will miss his 35th game this season.