The NBA Draft kicks off at 6pm tonight and New Orleans has the first pick, and are looking to draft Duke legend Zion Williamson who says he’s excited to put on the Pelicans’ uniform and move on south to the Big Easy.
The 6’7 280 pound Naismith College Player of the Year visited New Orleans earlier in the week and got a taste of city life and culture…
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Williamson got fried shrimp and mash potatoes at Commanders’ Palace, the iconic New Orleans food mecca.
Zion is the most hyped prospect to enter the draft since Lebron James, and the highest rated prospect since former Pelican Anthony Davis. The phenom says he’s ready to spearhead the Pelicans’ revival.
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Williamson averaged 23 points and 9 rebounds on 68 percent shooting in 33 games at Duke last year.
The Draft kicks off at 6pm tonight.
The Pelicans also have the 4th pick in this years draft but reports are out indicating the team is working hard to try and move the pick. If they were to keep the selection, Vanderbilt point guard Darius Garland, Virginia’s DeAndre Hunter, and Texas Tech’s Jarrett Culver are likely the be the best players available.
Zach Hess announced yesterday his decision to sign with the Detroit Tigers, ending his stay as an LSU tiger. Hess, a junior pitcher from Virginia wrote a note on Instagram with his decision. After reflecting on his time at LSU Hess thanked his teammates, LSU, and the state of Louisiana.
Drew Brees has been nominated for two ESPY’S. The Saints quarterback is nominated for best NFL player and best record-breaking performance. Brees already has 4 espy’s. The other nominees for the best player include Patrick Mahomes of the chiefs, Aaron Donald of the rams, and Todd Gurley also of the rams.