Pelicans suspend PF Zion Williamson for lateness [Chris Haynes: Zion was late to multiple practices this season before he was late for team flight] (33 Viewers)

[SonOfNOLA]

The New Orleans Pelicans have suspended forward Zion Williamson for one game for a violation of team policies, it was announced today by Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations David Griffin.
Williamson will miss tonight’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center and will rejoin the team tomorrow.

Statement from David Griffin:
“This one game suspension is a result of failing to meet our team standards. His dedication to this organization is of paramount significance to us and to him. He has taken accountability for his actions and reaffirmed that commitment to the team today. I’m confident he will continue to evolve positively on and off the floor.”

Statement from Zion Williamson:
“I take full responsibility for this suspension. I’ve worked extremely hard in rehab to get healthy to deliver for this team. There is no excuse for being late to team activities. I have apologized to Mrs. Benson and my teammates and coaches and I also owe an apology to the fans. I can and will be better as a teammate and member of this organization.”

New Orleans Pelicans suspend Zion Williamson for one game

Williamson will miss tonight’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center and will rejoin the team tomorrow.

www.nba.com

 

[HoustonGold]

Eric Gordon was not this stupid

 

[Mr. Sparkle]

I can't even.

 

[SigFreudianSlip]

Yep. Failing to meet team standards lol.

Zion Williamson suspended: Pelicans star to miss Friday's game vs. 76ers for 'failing to meet team standards'

Williamson has been limited to only seven games this season due to injury

www.cbssports.com

 

[Mr. Sparkle]

Griff let Zion do whatever he wanted the entire time he's been here without any consequences and NOW he's going to lower the boom? What?

 

[RaginSaint93]

Booo this man!!!!

 

[slaym]

Always an excuse for not playing.

 

[Chris]

This was not a one-time occurrence from what I hear, which shouldn't surprise anyone.

 

[Snakehead]

That's bubble wrap to keep him from getting injured. Trade him now.

 

[SigFreudianSlip]

Don’t even need him.

 

[SigFreudianSlip]

 

[Chris]

Think that's from a few years ago.

 

[SigFreudianSlip]

Think that's from a few years ago.

Yeah I figured it wasn’t even real, just found it funny. Saw it while scrolling….

 

[SonOfNOLA]

 

[44slayer]

Im pretty sure Zion was procured in a lab from the dna of Jamarcus Russell and Greg Oden.