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Recent reports, notably from NBA insider Shams Charania, indicated that Williamson is nowhere close to returning from his ongoing hamstring injury. This news has only compounded the disappointment surrounding the player who has missed significant time since being drafted as the first overall pick in 2019. Some believe this injury is emblematic of a larger issue; one that has plagued Williamson throughout his brief career.
The Pelicans have invested millions into Zion, yet they find themselves in a situation where he is more often absent than present. The frustration is palpable: is it time to release him from his contract, regardless of the financial implications?