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When comparing Zion to his peers from the 2018 draft class, the picture grows even bleaker. Talents like Luka Dončić, Ja Morant, and others drafted around the same time have surpassed him in accolades and playoff appearances. Williamson, still seeking his first playoff game, now finds himself ranked 26th out of 30 among his draft cohort in terms of games played post-draft.
The spotlight that once shined brightly on Zion has since dimmed, with fans now looking towards the likes of Victor Wembanyama as the new face of the league—a role that many envisioned Williamson claiming.