The New Orleans Pelicans have been on a roll in the NBA, with Zion Williamson leading the charge. Their recent win over the Brooklyn Nets was their seventh in eight games, securing their position as the hottest team in the league.
Zion Williamson had a standout performance during the game, scoring 28 points on 11-of-16 shooting while grabbing seven rebounds and dishing out four assists. One of the highlights of the game was an incredible alley-oop dunk by Williamson, assisted by Naji Marshall. Marshall stole the ball from Cam Thomas, resulting in a fast break where he threw back an impressive pass that only a few players in the NBA could catch. Williamson managed to make an incredible dunk, showcasing his athleticism and skill.
Williamson’s recent performances have been exceptional, with him averaging 26.7 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game over the last seven games while shooting at an impressive 64.0%. The Pelicans have made significant strides in the standings, moving to just a half-game back from the Los Angeles Clippers for fourth place in the Western Conference. With 14 games remaining in the season and key players missing for key teams such as Minnesota Timberwolves, The Pelicans have a chance to climb even higher and secure home court advantage in playoffs.
The Pelicans are proving to be one of most exciting teams to watch this season as they continue to push themselves towards success on both sides of court.