NBA Analyst does not underestimate: Zion Williamson still could win the Rookie of the Year award even though the promising Rookie missed 44 games this season. In just six games, Williamson is averaging 19.5 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game for the Pelicans. All agree – Zion Williamson was worth the wait. The first pick has fulfilled all expectations. Williamson’s debut is marked by impressive stats so far. He is only 19 years old and records substantial numbers in every game.
Via heavy.com by Landon Buford:
Lindsay McCormick (TV Host & Sports Broadcaster)
“I think Zion Williamson will steal it away from Ja Morant. The game comes so easily to Zion, and if he can push the Pelicans into the playoffs, I expect he’ll get the votes,” McCormick told me. “No one is more exciting to watch right now.”
Stephen A. Smith (American sports television personality, sports radio host, sports journalist, and actor)
“I think he has a shot. I don’t think he will, but the question is does have a shot I think he does. Number one, he would have to be healthy, and number two, I think he is going to average better than 20 a game. 18 to 20 a game and not only that are the Grizzlies going to stay successful Is Ja Morant going to continue excel? I believe the answer would be yes if I were to beat my money it would be Ja Morant,” said Smith. “But, does the Zion have a chance the way he is going to be the focal point of the New Orleans Pelicans, the kind of shine he is going to receive, and the kind of the things the voters are going to gravitate towards. If Memphis descends and New Orleans begins to raise, then I think he [Zion Williamson] will be in the position to snatch the [rookie of the year]. ”
