Zion Williamson is doing his best to make sure we see the best of him when the NBA restarts its season.
The Pelicans posted on Twitter a photo of a ripped-down, reduced version of their great rookie man on Twitter as New Orleans prepares to reopen its season against the Jazz on July 30. the NBA summer league and again at the beginning of the season after recovering from a knee injury. Listed on the 6-foot-6, 285-pound list, Williamson appears to have gotten in shape, with the help of a family member, seriously after the league shutdown in March due to the coronavirus pandemic.
“It was very hard [to stay in shape], because even now you still don’t know what’s completely going on with that situation, “Williamson said during a Zoom call on Thursday.” But my stepfather and I just found different ways to stay in shape, on and off the court, just where we could find it. “
He said he was on the court with his stepfather every day and laughed when asked where he was working. Williamson, who turns 20 on Monday, was unable to do so at the Pelicans facility at the time due to NBA guidelines.
“I can’t tell you all my secrets, man,” said Williamson, who averaged 23.6 points and 6.8 rebounds in 19 games.
His improved physique certainly impressed his teammates as well as his game.
“I think body-wise, it looks amazing,” forward Josh Hart said. “He looks good. His shot looks better than it has in a long time. He’s been doing the job, and that’s great to see.”
The Pelicans go to the NBA restart in Orlando with the opportunity to challenge the Grizzlies or No. 8 seed in the West along with Portland, Sacramento and San Antonio.
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