With NBA teams finding themselves officially eliminated for the remainder of the 2024-2025 season, it’s become the time of year when struggling organizations de

"As great as he is, the word 'bust' comes to mind, not because of his talent, but only talking [about] his availability," Smith said. "If you're not available, it doesn't matter how great you are. And he's, almost, never available."

The Pelicans are in a tight spot with Williamson because he is so great when he plays, and yet his trade value is likely not what a player of his caliber should be given his inabi

Stephen A Smith feels that Pelicans star Zion Williamson is labeled a bust because of his health issues, not his talent.

McCollum was diagnosed with a right foot bone contusion after sustaining the injury against the Detroit Pistons on March 23. Neither player has played since the injuries. Pelicans' coach Willie Green was asked last week if Williamson would possibly be shut down for the rest of the season.

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum will miss the rest of the season because of injuries, the New Orleans Pelicans said Monday. Williamson sustained a low back bone contusion after a fall during a game on March 19 in Minnesota. The Pelicans said he will continue to get rest and treatment on the back.

The New Orleans Pelicans are shutting down forward Zion Williamson and guard CJ McCollum for the rest of the season due to injuries.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson continues to battle injuries this season despite playing well when available. The two-time all-star has played in 3