Dec 6, 2023; Las Vegas, NV, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) addresses the media in a press conference during practice day prior to the In-Season Tournament semi-finals at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images Candice Ward-Imagn Images

Zion Williamson Reacts To New Orleans Pelicans Instagram Post

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Jul 24, 2025 12:28 PM ET

Zion Williamson is among the most talented players in the NBA (when healthy).

He is coming off a year where he averaged 24.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 56.7% from the field and 23.1% from the three-point range in 30 games.

This week, the New Orleans Pelicans made a post to Instagram of Williamson's big dunk.

Via The Pelicans: "a windmill for your wednesday #NBADunkWeek "

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Williamson was the first pick in the 2019 NBA Draft after an incredible freshamn season at Duke.

He has played in five out of his six years in the league (all with the Pelicans).

The two-time NBA All-Star has career averages of 24.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.0 steals per contest while shooting 56.7% from the field and 32.7% from the three-point range in 214 games.

Via Will Rucker of Liberty Ballers: "Zion Williamson has become one of the most underrated players in the NBA. When he’s on the floor and healthy he’s one of the best and most dominant players in the league."

Zion Williamson has become one of the most underrated players in the NBA. When he’s on the floor and healthy he’s one of the best and most dominant players in the league. pic.twitter.com/iKMbPtQrMH
— Will Rucker (@Will_Rucker3_AD) July 18, 2025