The New Orleans Pelicans are doubling down on injury-plagued, sixth-year pro Zion Williamson, hoping he can be a more reliable and productive centerpiece in the years to come.

Williamson made 8 of 10 shots in the first half and had 19 points at halftime. He knocked down a 3-pointer in the first half, his third of the season and first since Nov. 1. He’

Zion Williamson's efforts could not prevent the New Orleans Pelicans from losing their tenth straight game on Wednesday night, 119-111, to the Sacramento Kings. New Orleans loses its 42nd game of the season,