Zion feeling fine after stellar debut, Gentry says
Zion Williamson went through a complete practice with no restrictions Thursday, a day after his spectacular debut.
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17-28, 5th in Southwest
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Stephen A. isn't sold on Zion's health (2:02)
Gentry says Zion's feeling fine after debut (0:30)
The Right Time: Zion debuts, Eli retires, Dan Wetzel on Hernandez doc
Bomani shares his takeaways from Zion Williamson's debut for the Pelicans (2:13) and why he doesn't think Eli Manning is a Hall of Famer in light of his retirement from football (9:07). Plus, Dan Wetzel of Yahoo! Sports joins to discuss the Netflix documentary he executive produced "Killer Inside: The Mind of Hernandez" (14:52). Together they delve into the scope of the doc including Aaron's motive for the murder of Odin Lloyd, what role the Patriots played in monitoring Hernandez's behavior and more.
Giannis advises Zion: 'Don't rush the process' (0:46)
The Undefeated: Zion Williamson is back and energizing New Orleans like never before
The Pelicans' prized rookie did not disappoint in his long-awaited NBA debut
Giannis' advice for Zion: 'Don't rush the process'
"Don't rush the process," was the message that Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo had for Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson. "Just take it step by step, day by day."
Zion scores 17 straight in electric 22-point NBA debut (2:53)
Sights and sounds from Zion's NBA debut (1:30)
The Zion Williamson Debut
Zion Williamson (0:29), David Griffin (5:41) and Alvin Gentry (14:35) join The Woj Pod on the night of the No. 1 pick's debut in New Orleans to go inside the comeback, the debut, the wild fourth quarter, the decision to pull him out of the game, his body and much more.
The Hoop Collective: The Downfalls Of The Rockets And 76ers
With the 76ers taking a skid, Brian Windhorst, Jackie MacMullan and Tim MacMahon wonder if Philly should move on from one of its franchise stars (25:04). Plus, the crew looks at James Harden's prolonged struggles and how Daryl Morey might be able to reverse the Rockets' course (11:40).
AD's advice to Zion: Have fun despite pressure
Anthony Davis, who has been in Zion Williamson's shoes as a former Pelican and No. 1 overall pick, said he could empathize with the pressure but advised Williamson to "just go out there and play and have fun."
Zion asked Gentry to stay in the game before he was pulled (1:11)
Zion gives Pels 'a taste' in debut, drops 17 in 4th
Zion Williamson electrified the crowd with a 17-point explosion in the fourth quarter, but he said it was "very tough" to sit out the final 5:23 of his long-awaited debut Wednesday against the Spurs.
Zion: Debut was everything I dreamed of ... except for losing (1:12)
Gentry: We have to look long term with Zion (1:22)
The best moments from Zion's stunning NBA debut
The No. 1 overall pick erupted for 17 points in the fourth quarter to cap his first NBA game.
'We want Zion!' chants break out in New Orleans (0:22)
JVG: Unfortunate Zion couldn't stay in game (1:44)
Williamson's late surge not enough for for Pelicans
Zion Williamson capped his long-awaited NBA debut by scoring 17 of his 22 points in the fourth quarter and stirring the crowd into a frenzy -- only to see his team come up short.
Zion sends crowd into a frenzy with 17 straight points (1:21)
Zion zips dime to Moore after monstrous rebound (0:40)
Zion hits the bike mid game (0:25)
Zion's juggling act results in a layup (0:32)
Zion scores first NBA basket (0:24)
2019-20 Southwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 28 | 16 | .636 | - | W1 |
| Houston | 27 | 16 | .628 | 0.5 | W1 |
| San Antonio | 20 | 23 | .465 | 7.5 | W3 |
| Memphis | 20 | 24 | .455 | 8 | L2 |
| New Orleans | 17 | 28 | .378 | 11.5 | L1 |
2019-20 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game114.56th
Rebounds Per Game45.813th
Assists Per Game25.510th
Points Allowed117.729th
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2019 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(1) | Zion Williamson | PF | Duke |
| 1(8) | Jaxson Hayes | C | Texas |
| 1(17) | Nickeil Alexander-Walker | SG | Virginia Tech |
| 2(5) | Marcos Louzada Silva | SF |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 17 | 28 | .378 |
| 2018-19 | 33 | 49 | .402 |
| 2017-18 | 48 | 34 | .585 |
| 2016-17 | 34 | 48 | .415 |
| 2015-16 | 30 | 52 | .366 |