What kind of rapport have you built with Zion? How do you get the best of him? Dumars: The first thing I would say about Zion is he’s an incredibly good guy. He’s a really good person. He’s obviously immensely talented. He and I have had some incredible conversations. We are in constant contact with each other. I’ve talked to him about the responsibility of being great and the responsibility of being a leader, of being a captain, of being the best player, of being the face of a franchise. I’ve talked to him about how all of those things come with responsibility and how it’s time now at 25 years old to embrace those responsibilities.
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As of today, the subsequent 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons are fully non-guaranteed. Williamson can earn back money through the following avenues. 20% if Player satisfies the Weigh-In Criteria during the 2025-26 Season; 40% if Player satisfies the 41 Games Played Criteria during the 2025-26 Season; 20% if Player satisfies the 51 Games Played Criteria during the 2025-26 Season; and 20% if Player satisfies the 61 Games Played Criteria during the 2025-26 Season: -via In the NO / July 15, 2025
Zion Williamson’s contract has been the topic of discussion since the details were made public. The Pelicans were afforded a number of protections over the duration of the deal, but Williamson retained the ability to guarantee his money through various avenues. Based on language in Williamson’s contract, if the Pelicans did not request waivers on or by July 15, 2025, 100% of the Base Compensation would be protected. League sources indicate Williamson’s salary will become fully guaranteed for the 2025-26 Season. -via In the NO / July 15, 2025
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