The New Orleans Pelicans would have to waive Zion Williamson in order to reduce the amount of money owed to him on his contract.
There was a report last week that indicated Williamson would be required to be weighed with his pounds plus body fat percentage needing to stay below 295.
The full amount of Williamson’s year-by-year salary, which ranges from $33.3 million in 2023-24 to $43.9 million in 2027-28, won’t change for salary cap and luxury tax purposes.
The reduction is a protection for the Pelicans in case Williamson’s career is derailed.
For Williamson, he agreed to the contract soon after the opening of free agency and though he received a significant commitment, it comes with downside risk given the unpredictable nature of his body.
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