Zion Williamson was always expected to sign a rookie max extension once the protections on the deal were ironed out. Although it’s unclear whether any have been included, the most important detail is clear: Williamson has agreed to a contract that will keep him with the New Orleans Pelicans through the 2027-28 season.
New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has agreed on a five-year, $193 million designated maximum rookie extension that could earn him as much as $231 million, CAA Sports’ Co-Head of Basketball Austin Brown tells ESPN.