Zion Comes Off the Bench?! Pelicans Finding an Identity as Health Improves

Zion Comes Off the Bench?! Pelicans Finding an Identity as Health Improves

NewOrleans.Basketball - A New Orleans Pelicans Podcast
Dec 16, 20251:00:00
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Zion Williamson returned two weeks early, came off the bench for the first time in his career, and immediately looked like the best player on the floor. With improved health, better chemistry, and James Borrego settling into the head coaching role, the Pelicans are quietly playing their best basketball of the season.

In this episode of NewOrleans.Basketball, we break down what’s real, what’s sustainable, and what to watch next 👇


🟣 Zion Williamson Returns Early — What Did We Learn?
🟣 Why the Pelicans Are Playing Better Basketball
🟣 Roles Are Becoming Clear
🟣 James Borrego’s Impact
🟣 Rotation Questions Going Forward
🟣 What to Watch vs the Rockets

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