Pelicans’ Zion Williamson destroys Nic Claxton with disrespectful dunk

Claxton was not ready for it. Well, who was?

It felt like Williamson suddenly got angry and wanted to bulldoze anyone in his path. Claxton is a good shotblocker, but that did not deter Williamson from challenging him.

There is a different kind of brutality when the two-time All-Star throws it down. It is almost like he wants to punish the rim for trying to burn his house.

The 25-year-old Williamson remains one of the NBA’s most electrifying players. Obviously, he has been hampered by different injuries, robbing fans of the chance to see his otherworldly talent on a nightly basis.

Entering the game against the Nets, he was averaging 22.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.4 assists. He has returned to the starting lineup after coach James Borrego experimented with him coming off the bench for a stretch.

The former Duke standout is being linked to trade rumors ahead of the deadline, but his various injuries have made teams apprehensive in acquiring him despite his undeniable quality.

As of writing, the Pelicans and the Nets are having a seesaw battle in the fourth quarter.