Career Timeline of Zion Williamson: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Zion Williamson built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Zion Williamson is a professional basketball player currently playing for the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA. He is a power forward who was drafted first overall in the 2019 NBA draft after playing college basketball for the Duke Blue Devils. Williamson was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2020, and in 2021, became the fourth-youngest player ever selected for the NBA All-Star game, marking him as a prominent young talent in the league.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

February 12, 2021: Career High Scoring Game

On February 12, 2021, Zion Williamson scored a then career high 36 points in a 143–130 defeat against the Dallas Mavericks. He made 14-of-15 shots, becoming the youngest player in NBA history with 30 points on 90 percent shooting.

February 23, 2021: NBA All-Star Selection

On February 23, 2021, Zion Williamson was selected to his first NBA All-Star Game.

March 21, 2021: Win Over the Denver Nuggets

On March 21, 2021, Zion Williamson scored 30 points and had 6 rebounds in a 113–108 win over the Denver Nuggets.

July 6, 2022: Rookie Extension Signed

On July 6, 2022, Zion Williamson signed a five-year rookie extension with the New Orleans Pelicans for $193 million guaranteed, potentially increasing to $231 million if he made an All-NBA team in the 2022–2023 season.

October 4, 2022: Return from Injury

On October 4, 2022, Zion Williamson returned from injury, scoring 13 points, with four rebounds, one assist, and one steal in a 129–125 preseason win over the Chicago Bulls.

January 26, 2023: Second NBA All-Star Appearance

On January 26, 2023, Zion Williamson was selected for his second NBA All-Star appearance, though he was later replaced by Anthony Edwards due to injury.

November 29, 2023: Williamson Scores 33 Points Against 76ers

On November 29, 2023, Williamson recorded 33 points on 11-of-12 shooting from the field, 11-of-12 from the free throw line along with eight rebounds, six assists, and three steals in a 124–114 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

February 2, 2024: Game-Winning Layup Against Spurs

On February 2, 2024, Zion Williamson scored 33 points, had eight rebounds, and made a game-winning layup in a 114–113 win over the San Antonio Spurs.

January 8, 2025: Return from Hamstring Strain

On January 8, 2025, Zion Williamson returned from an early season left hamstring strain, scoring 22 points in just under 28 minutes in a 104–97 loss to the Timberwolves.