Since bursting onto the NBA scene in 2019, Zion Williamson has emerged as one of the league’s most electrifying talents, mesmerizing with his scoring prowess. Nevertheless, the 25-year-old phenom has struggled with durability, surpassing the 60-game mark only twice. In a bid to overcome these challenges, the New Orleans Pelicans star has embarked on a remarkable physical transformation. Yet, there is reportedly another intriguing motivation propelling this change.

According to Molly Morrison, Zion Williamson missed the chance in the 2024-25 NBA season to guarantee the remaining three years of his contract because he did not play enough games. Now, the 25-year-old star must pass weight and body fat checks six times per season. Passing all assessments secures the remaining 20% of his salary

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