Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Sports Illustrated
Sports Illustrated
Sport
Karl Rasmussen

NBA Fans, Media React to Zion Williamson's New Physique on Pelicans Media Day

Zion Williamson NBA Pelicans

Zion Williamson met with the media for the first time ahead of the 2024–25 NBA season on Tuesday as part of Pelicans media day, and it didn't take long for his appearance to become a topic of discussion on social media.

The former No. 1 pick has struggled with injuries as well as his weight early into his NBA career, but after an offseason of conditioning workouts, including football and boxing, Williamson looked to be in fantastic shape at media day.

He indicated as much to reporters when discussing his offseason workout regimen, saying that he feels like he did back in college.

"... It feels good to feel good. I haven't felt like this since college," Williamson said to reporters.

NBA fans on social media certainly noticed that Williamson trimmed down over the summer, and they were quick to express their excitement about the 25-year-old's small, but not insignificant transformation.

Williamson's improved physique comes on the heels of Pelicans president Joe Dumars stating publicly that he intends to hold the former No. 1 pick more accountable. That includes being available to play and being in peak condition. Williamson seems off to a good start in that regard.

More NBA on Sports Illustrated


This article was originally published on www.si.com as NBA Fans, Media React to Zion Williamson's New Physique on Pelicans Media Day.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Feeling Confused? Experts Explain the ‘Graysexual’ Identity That’s All Over Gen Z TikTok.
You might be scrolling through TikTok. You hear someone mention a term you do not recognize. Words like “demisexual” or “graysexual” appear in comment sections. It can feel confusing. These terms seem new, but the feelings they describe are not. For many, these labels are incredibly validating.
Budget and the Bees
Budget and the Bees
‘Ladies be careful with this creeper’: Austin woman texts with Hinge match. Then he sends her a video
Catfishing is an unfortunate, but all too real, part of online dating. If you’re an active online dater and you haven’t been catfished, studies say it’s only a matter of time. Around 40% of people on dating apps, like Hinge, report being catfished, with some calling the problem a contributing…
The Mary Sue
The Mary Sue
You’ve Seen the Ralph Lauren Aesthetic Everywhere – But Martha Stewart’s Plaid Armchair Is the Surprising Piece Making Heritage Style Unmissable This Season
Martha Stewart's plaid armchair is the secret to nailing the Ralph Lauren aesthetic – and it's quietly over 30% off
Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Woman Impulsively Decides To Get Freckles Tattooed, Now People Are Saying Her Face Is “Ruined”
For her first-ever tattoo, the young woman said she was getting freckles inked on her face and documented her journey online.
Bored Panda
Bored Panda
Jennifer Lopez 'Still Obsessed' With Ben Affleck, Friends Say 'Horrified' Actor Is Trying to Escape
Jennifer Lopez is reportedly struggling to move on from ex-husband Ben Affleck, who insiders say is 'horrified' by her constant attempts to reconnect and wants to distance himself for good.
International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
You Won’t Find Pete Davidson On Social Media. But Will He Ever Come Back?
The comedian has a keen take on this subject.
Cinemablend
Cinemablend
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.
Download on the AppStore Get it on Google Play