Childhood and Education Journey of Zion Williamson in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 14, 2026

An overview of the childhood and early education of Zion Williamson, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Zion Williamson is a professional basketball player currently playing for the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA. A power forward, he gained prominence during his single season with the Duke Blue Devils, leading to him being drafted first overall in the 2019 NBA draft. He earned NBA All-Rookie First Team honors in 2020 and became an All-Star in 2021. His career has been impacted by injuries.

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

1993: Lateef Williamson's All-American Honor

In 1993, Zion Williamson's father, Lateef Williamson, was a High School All-American football player.

July 6, 2000: Zion Williamson's Birth

On July 6, 2000, Zion Lateef Williamson was born in Salisbury, North Carolina.

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August 30, 2016: Duke Scholarship Offer

On August 30, 2016, Zion Williamson received a scholarship offer from Duke University.

January 15, 2017: Drake Wears Williamson's Jersey

On January 15, 2017, Zion Williamson received nationwide publicity after rapper Drake wore his jersey in an Instagram post.

January 20, 2018: Commitment to Duke

On January 20, 2018, Zion Williamson committed to Duke University in a live ESPN telecast.

2018: Number one player

Entering his junior season, in 2018, he was a consensus five-star recruit and was ranked the number one player in the 2018 class by recruiting service 247Sports.

2018: High School Ranking

In 2018, Zion Williamson was ranked among the top five players in his class and was a consensus five-star recruit while at Spartanburg Day School.

2022: Church Visit in New Orleans

In 2022, Zion Williamson visited a church in New Orleans with his family.

June 2023: Pregnancy Announcement and Controversy

In June 2023, Zion Williamson announced his girlfriend's pregnancy, leading to adult film star Moriah Mills' claims of a recent affair with Williamson on Twitter.