The New Orleans Pelicans selected Zion Williamson with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft on Friday (AEST), going with the Duke force who is considered one of the most exciting prospects in years.
"I don't know what to say," Williamson said, breaking down into tears in an interview with ESPN immediately following the pick.
Zion Williamson was pick No.1 at the NBA draft, taken by the Pelicans.Credit:AP
"I didn't think I'd be in this position."
"My mum sacrificed a lot for me. I wouldn't be here without her.
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"She put her dreams aside for mine. She always looked out for the family first before herself."
Williamson, the college basketball player of the year, dominated in his only season at the collegiate level.Read More – Source
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