One of the coolest off-season storylines is the case of New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson. Between his health problems on the court and personal issues off the court, reports have surfaced that the Pelicans may be looking to swap the All-Star forward. Which team is the best to get Williamson? Below, we explore Zion Williamson’s next team prospects if he gets traded.
Zion Williamson has no relationship with the New Orleans Pelicans
Zion Williamson has nothing to do with the Pelican Organization 😳
There is no relationship between Zion and the organization. And minimal rapport between Zion and his teammates, from what I understand.”
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– NBACentral (TheNBACentral) June 16, 2023
Things went from bad to worse in New Orleans.
according to Brian WindhorstWilliamson “has no relationship” with the Pelicans, minimal relationships with his teammates.
When Zion is on the court, he is one of the most dominant players in the NBA. In 114 regular season games, Williamson averaged 25.8 points and 7.0 rebounds while shooting 60.5% from the field. However, Williamson does not appear to be in great health, having missed 194 games over three seasons.
Zion is entering the first year of a 5-year, $194,300,000 contract. Will the Pelicans trade their superstar?
Mark Stein I reported that the Pelicans are considering moving Williamson ahead of next week’s draft.
The Pelicans are considering the possibility of a deal with Zion Williamson to Charlotte as #2 pick
“Based on what I’m hearing, yes, the pelicans are legitimately thinking…not that they’re 100 percent going to do it, but they’re thinking about the possibility of trying… pic.twitter.com/PezisBXkwj
– NBACentral (TheNBACentral) June 16, 2023
Zion Williamson odds next team
Which team would Zion end up with if traded?
Odds makers at BetOnline Listed Portland Trail Blazers (+200) as favorite to acquire Zion. The Blazers have the #3 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, who would be involved in any trade for Zion.
The Charlotte Hornets (+300) took second place in the draft, and Stein reported that they would trade that pick for Williamson.
Never count the New York Knicks (400+), who have future first-round draft picks, expired contracts, and talented young players.
View the full list of odds via BetOnline.