Everyone thought Zion Williamson looked like Khalil Mack after the New Orleans Pelicans showed him off in a goatee.

The New Orleans Pelicans are struggling, sitting 15th in the Western Conference and nearly out of playoff contention. Zion Williamson’s continued absences have drawn strong criticism from six-time NBA champion Scottie Pippen,

When Zion Williamson entered the NBA in 2019, the hype was absolutely unreal. It seemed like Zion was about to become the new face of the league in his rookie y

In 10 games this season, Zion is putting up 21.9 points and 8.2 rebounds per game (an increase in boards would be a pretty big development, too) and the Pelicans are 4-6 with him in the lineup. That doesn't sound so inspiring, but they're 7-26 without him.

Zion Williamson highlighted a 24-point, 14-rebound performance with an array of thunderous dunks during a dominant fourth-quarter stint, and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Utah Jazz 136-123 on Friday night to open a two-game set.

Zion Williamson took the high road after he was suspended for a game by his New Orleans Pelicans. "This is my job, and they were holding me accountable," Williamson explained. "All I can do is be better.

The Pelicans had to issue a suspension but the locker room has been encouraged by Zion Williamson's response to public scolding.

NBA legend Carmelo Anthony is fed up with Pelicans forward Zion Williamson and decided to speak on the situation.

"Look at Big Z with that Malcolm X goatee. Nice!!!" commented one netizen. Fans on X (formerly Twitter) also shared their thoughts: "Zion musta talked to Dinwiddie about facial hair Wednesday," another commented. Williamson and the Pelicans are set to face the Jazz on Friday.

Zion Williamson has come under intense scrutiny for his limited participation with the New Orleans Pelicans due to injuries and suspensions. In light of this, NBA legend Carmelo Anthony has delivered a strong critique of the young forward’s conduct.

The New Orleans Pelicans are getting awfully close to the "it's time to trade Zion Williamson" line, as bitter a pill as that would be to swallow. T

The New Orleans Pelicans travel to Chicago and face the Bulls on Tuesday night. New Orleans is looking for a winning record on its current road trip after beati