Pelicans Clash with Stephen A. Smith Over Zion Williamson's Fitness

New Orleans Pelicans and broadcaster Antonio Daniels defend star player Zion Williamson against ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith's weight criticisms.

Stephen A. Smith's recent criticisms of Zion Williamson's weight and fitness have sparked a heated exchange between him and the New Orleans Pelicans.
The Pelicans and their broadcaster Antonio Daniels defended Williamson, highlighting his recent performance and the team's success.
The Pelicans' social media team responded by mocking Smith's athletic skills, sharing his college basketball stats and a montage of his athletic lowlights.
Despite the controversy, Williamson has been performing well, averaging 25 points in his last eight games and leading the Pelicans to eight wins in their last 10 games.
Smith has a history of critiquing Williamson's fitness, even titling a podcast episode 'Zion is Fat.'