On December 13, Beijing time, the 2021-22 NBA regular season is in full swing. As of today, the new NBA regular season has been running for nearly two months. Due to injuries, pelicans star Zion has not yet played, and the Pelicans currently have only 8 wins and 20 losses, ranking first from the bottom in the West.
In recent times, Zion has begun to travel with the team, and he has appeared several times in the team's pre-match training. Judging from the photos exposed by the media, weight has undoubtedly become Zion's biggest problem, which has also made many NBA media people express concerns about his future.
A-Smith said: "I'm not doubting his injury is fake, but I'm sure he'll be leaving the Pelicans in two years. Of course he wants to play basketball, but given the impact he can have on the team, his box office impact, I don't think he wants to play for the Pelicans. I don't have any inside information, it's just my personal feelings, and I'm convinced of it. ”
Jaylen Rose said: "He's not going to play this season. Considering his size, his weight, the parts of his injuries (feet), it's hard for him to stay in shape when he can't play. I don't think the Pelicans will renew his contract after his rookie contract expires, which will cast uncertainty on his future. ”
Skip broke the news about Zion's eating habits on the show. "The good news is that the Pelicans just hired a coach from Louisiana State and I've heard he's great," he said. The bad news is that Zion still enjoys eating a whole pizza with a high-sugar drink. ”
Former Bulls coach Boylen said: "I'm heartbroken for him, he's about to reach his peak, but he doesn't have time to improve himself now. ”
According to previous reports, Zion's operated right foot has a persistent soreness, and he may temporarily stop all basketball-related activities. In the Pelicans' official statement, Zion's fifth metatarsal healed backwards, and when he will return is unknown.