Zion Williamson New Orleans Pelicans Signed Basketball

Sotheby’s is proud to present this Spalding basketball signed by Zion Williamson of the New Orleans Pelicans.

Zion Williamson, the top selection in the 2019 NBA Draft, embarked on his professional basketball journey with the New Orleans Pelicans after declaring for the draft following a standout season at Duke University. Williamson, however, faced an early obstacle when a meniscus tear during the NBA Summer League delayed his debut until January 2020. Despite this setback, Zion made a resounding entrance into the NBA with a 22-point performance in his first regular-season game, including a streak of 17 consecutive points that showcased his formidable scoring ability.

Amid his rookie season, Zion Williamson's presence served as a beacon of hope for the New Orleans Pelicans. Despite a minutes restriction as he recuperated from his injury, Williamson managed remarkable performances, including a 35-point game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Throughout his career, Zion has continued to score in bunches. In December 2022, he set his new career high of 43 points against the Minnesota Timberwolves. At the time of cataloging, Williamson had career averages of 24.7 points per game, 6.5 rebounds per game, and 4.1 assists per game. Zion earned NBA All-Star selections in 2021 and 2023 and was named to the 2019-20 All-Rookie 1st Team.