Tuesday’s NBA draft lottery produced a somewhat stunning result when the New Orleans Pelicans cashed in a 6% chance and leaped past six teams with better odds to claim the top pick, universally expected to be Duke superstar Zion Williamson.
Among those shocked at the turn of events may have been Williamson himself, and it wasn’t long before informed speculation turned to the possibility that he might balk at beginning his NBA career in New Orleans. The 18-year-old sensation does have a few options, including returning to play another season for the Blue Devils.