New Orleans forward pairing continues to shine, totals 63 points in L.A.
LOS ANGELES – One is a multi-dimensional scorer, able to damage defenses from every area of the floor. He’s only 22. The other is a physical marvel, athletic enough to sky over everyone, but also strong enough to bully his way to the hoop in the low post. He’s only 19.
Pelicans assign Nickeil Alexander-Walker to Erie Bayhawks
The New Orleans Pelicans have assigned rookie guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker to the Erie BayHawks of the NBA G League.
On a big stage against a big opponent, Zion Williamson played his game
LOS ANGELES — The semicircle surrounding Zion Williamson after his first game at Staples Center was six deep in all directions. The media attention Williamson attracted following a 29-point outing in a hard-fought loss to the Lakers was intense but nothing new. Spotlights — or more accurately — smart phones have been trained on Williamson since he was 16.
Walker: Zion Williamson, just 13 games in, continues to show he can live up to hype
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