Stephen A. Smith and Zion Williamson (Image Credits: Getty Images)
The New Orleans Pelicans’ Zion Williamson has been a standout player for the team since he was first selected in the 2019 NBA draft. However, he has faced criticism from NBA fans, athletes, and analysts for his weight and bulky body shape. Nevertheless, things are set to change as the two-time NBA All-Star has shed some pounds during this offseason.
In a recent episode of the Stephen A. Smith show, the host praised Williamson and made some bold predictions about him. Smith was brutally honest about why the 24-year-old forward couldn’t maintain his physique after his shredded photos went viral.
“I’m not exaggerating when I tell y’all you’ve got people in the NBA that say he was hiding food under his bed because the Pelicans obviously had people checking up on him to make sure he tried to engage in some level of containment when it came to his diet and that brother wasn’t trying to hear it,” Smith said.
According to StatMuse, Williamson, who became the fourth youngest NBA player to be selected to an All-Star game in 2021, averaged 22.9 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 5.0 assists in 70 games during the 2023-24 season.
Smith Offers A Daring Prediction For Zion Williamson
Smith was surprised to see Williamson in good shape and predicted that the Pelicans would dominate the league next season.
“A healthy Zion Williamson with the New Orleans Pelicans, they ain’t losing no first round. So, it’s really good to see him in shape and taking it seriously. This is his career; he’s got his bag.” Smith added.
Williamson suffered a hamstring injury on January 2, 2023, which kept him from participating in his second NBA All-Star appearance. He was sidelined for the remainder of the 2022-23 regular season but made a full recovery in time for the 2023-24 season. With the next NBA season set to start in two months, fans are excited to see the new aesthetic version of Williamson back on the court.
Everyone Is Praying For Baker Mayfield And His Wife After The Couple Was Forced From Their Home In Tampa Bay
Baker Mayfield and his wife Emily (Photo via emilywmayfield/IG)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield and his wife Emily have had to evacuate their home this week because of Hurricane Helene.
The hurricane hit northern Florida pretty hard, causing major flooding and power loss.
Mayfield, his wife Emily, their daughter, and their dog left their residence before the storm hit as a means of caution. Emily furnished her followers with an update on Friday.
“Baker, Koko, Fergus and I evacuated yesterday and are safe,” she said via Instagram. “Our sweet, sweet community got pummeled, but even that doesn’t compare to the people up North who took this storm head on. It’s unfathomable.”
Emily is grateful that Helene did not affect the Mayfield home but revealed she was “praying nonstop” for the people dealing with the impact while also offering tangible assistance.
“I am looking for ways to get out and tangibly help,” she added. “Please send me anything you find, and I will share the good ones.”
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