Zion Williamson Reacts to Shaq & Chuck's Shape Comments about him, Postgame Interview

[@jimmie5359]

"If it comes from a great place and a place where they want to see me do better, Thank you!" Well said Zion.

[@ndnd7614]

all talk no actions this guy could be averaging 35 a game.

[@elijahruderman]

⁠@@ndnd7614No he could not. 35 a game is otherworldly, and he’s not in good enough shape to be shooting 20+ shots a night and having that high of a usage.

[@ndnd7614]

@@elijahruderman thats the point if he wasnt so fat he could have.

[@jamesonedwardsii4943]

SAS “the belly moved at the free throw line, the Chefs in New Orleans are looking for him”

[@jamesonedwardsii4943]

All jokes aside the reporter made it sound at lot better than what was actually said 😭

[@sc80386]

That reporter was nervous as hell when zion asked what they say.😅😊 He didn't stand on business 😂

[@ninog9737]

I was thinking the same thing. They cut alot out to keep the peace 😂

[@TaniOludipe]

Likeeee I was so disappointed when he didn’t give the full story

[@andrewsiyomunji3643]

Very Respectful one reason i love this game.

[@feddi7693]

😅

[@msolomon1781]

@@andrewsiyomunji3643 🤦🏾‍♂️😏

[@freekyreek404]

Shaq and Chuck DID mean it with respect

[@philloko5326]

SAS def got disrespectful

[@876junk]

​@philloko5326 ...to anyone born in the year 2k. Yes. Yall really emotional

[@tmcurly]

They have nothing to loose. Does zions pay check influence their bottom line? Nope. He can ignore the greats advice all he wants. Will his contract be renewed though??

[@tmcurly]

He needs to actually realise that what Shaq and Barkley are saying about him is a blessing.

[@philloko5326]

@@tmcurly don't necessarily think he was pissed about what Shaq and Chuck said. At least they played. But SAS? Nah he went overboard.

[@xxfrank12]

Zions always been a well spoken and thoughtful young man. I’ll always root for him to succeed.

[@MarqJimmy]

“Well spoken” keep the stigma going 🤣

[@dusk6159]

​@@MarqJimmy Dude white sportsmen in football in Europe too aren't bright There are no victims here

[@peterabnier]

@@MarqJimmywhat? 🙄 He is tho…

[@mertsgaming]

he is, but you can't convince me he ain't fat as well

[@dusk6159]

@@mertsgaming This guy would do so well for himself if he was at least alright in the training department. If he drills basketball and focuses he and the Pelicans can have a great turn in their standing in the conference, they would be a big threat

[@Kware23]

He handled this well salute to the kid 🙏🏾

[@haltcentermusicTV]

I love the way he handles it.

[@jahniya413]

​@@haltcentermusicTV 😳

[@seanhamlet1463]

He did he's a great talent if he loses a little weight and condition himself better he will be unstoppable

[@ice8erg]

He’s not a kid. Dudes be grown men foh

[@Kware23]

@@ice8erg he’s 23

[@ARCANExx]

Zion out here breathing like big perk on first take gawwd damnn😭😭😭

[@yayyayreacts7949]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@pangoolal7512]

U do the same after scarfing down multiple donuts in a row.

[@Highznberg]

Or maybe the mic is turned way up 🤔

[@weoutproductions4261]

he just finished playing in an NBA game celebrated with his teammates. probably took a shower and rushing him to get to the podium

[@JRGV_828]

That was a surprisingly very mature response.

[@lario1030]

💯💯

[@dentatusdentatus1592]

Well....he DID attend Duke. 🤓

[@wecanmakeit2388]

Surprisingly?

[@leir2005]

@@wecanmakeit2388Yes. He’s still a kid, easy to be immature at his age

[@Binnieishere]

@@leir2005 23 ain't no kid. He's in his 5th year now. There's no excuse.

[@datsapaddlin]

Zion lookin like Lawrence Taylor’s son who grew up to become a mean defensive tackle.

[@TeAmoDre]

If he played football that would be the perfect position for him

[@OnlyOneLoso]

Folks would be hurt every 2 games 😂

[@meccmecc3466]

Yes he does!!!!!!

[@theone8173]

He can set history and do so. He need to become a TE or DE for the Saints lol

[@jjhaya]

@@TeAmoDre His father Lateef Williamson was a 6-foot-5, 260-pound defensive end who'd played for NC State briefly before academics cost him his scholarship. Despite being the father of Zion Williamson, he left him and his wife Sharonda Sampson when his son was young . Williamson’s stepfather is Lee Anderson, a former basketball player from Columbus State University. He important role in training his stepson in the early stages of his career although Zion's mother was also his first basketball coach. Zion Williamson even credits the hard training that he got from his mother to be the reason behind his being able to play in the NBA . So yes if his biological father hasn't left him; there's a great chance that Zion could have played in the NFL .

[@CBreezy33TV]

Rooting for Zion. Kid has been through a lot between injury, off season drama and everyone always talking about his weight. I think he will continue to get better and show why he was the #1 pick

[@jamesonedwardsii4943]

Oh you think so? Idk man it’s been what 5 years now? He might just be one of those guys that ms happy to be in the league making money.

[@CBreezy33TV]

@@jamesonedwardsii4943 it’s my hope as I am a huge fan of his and his first few years were riddled with injury. If he can take his conditioning seriously along with staying healthy he can be that generational player but that’s a lot of ifs. Only time will tell

[@elitemidrange]

@@jamesonedwardsii4943This is year 4, Zion’s conditioning has been poor yes, but also remember he legitimately has gotten injured a few times.

[@chaosgremory1310]

All of those things are self inflicted so should anyone really feel bad

[@elitemidrange]

@@chaosgremory1310 Didn’t say you should feel bad, all I’m saying is bro legitimately got injured. And that could’ve happened with him being in shape or not.

[@happyhapley]

Handled himself very well. Looked like he was going to be on the warpath, but was very composed and intelligent with his responses. Looks like a leader.

[@Jordyrugby]

Are you joking? Leaders lead by example….something he is definitely not doing

[@msolomon1781]

🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

[@bobbyfan418]

He has a long way to go before he can be a leader. imho. He doesn't have the drive. We witnessed that in the game against The Lakers. Tired, or not, he just plain gave up. I can imagine a Mic'd up Kobe in that very same game. The only thing Zion has going for him is the very same thing that hinders him. Brutal, but true.

[@dusk6159]

Now he only needs to actually put that maturity in all the other contexts beside his, continuosly, good and well-handled interviews (which has been a good point of his for years, sadly because it speaks of his potential when walking his proper, effective and well put talk)

[@ChargersCity]

🙏🙏Blessings forever GOD loves y'all too forever tell everyone you know and don't know. Jesus loves y'all too forever. Teach everyone how to see and enjoy their blessings too foreverw

[@derrickjuniorallison8756]

Bros breathing hard asl

[@julianmx13]

Looked at the reporter and probably started hallucinating thinking he was the Burger King mascot 👑

[@TruPressa]

You reaching hard 🤡🤡

[@derrickjuniorallison8756]

@TruSteppa I wasn't making a joke I'm being honest I'm a fan of zion I just want him to be in shape so that he can be healthy

[@carllangley6812]

He was practicing mid range shots after the game.

[@youngsain3]

@@derrickjuniorallison8756man no fan hates and calls it joking. you just a troll and hater lol. he’s fresh off a game his adrenaline is up

[@MoneyMadeKade]

You can see the pain in him, everything the fans and analyst say is really getting to him. This kid needs to use that for energy and motivation, to get in shape and ultimately help his team be real contenders.

[@tmcurly]

He is in denial. He is getting paid 39 million a year but out of 5 seasons he has played the equivalent of only 1 season? Clearly he is in the wrong and out of shape !!

[@sapchapo8351]

The Nola was a bad fit for him staying healthy wise

[@sethc2241]

well if he wasnt out of shape for 5 whole seasons no one would say anything about him

[@solitonbyjob]

@@tmcurly he's played the equivalent of almost 2 full seasons. And I have never seen him have any trouble getting up and down the floor. I think this whole weight thing is being blown out of proportion and there's no actual science behind the allegations. Numerous players have repeated injuries, no has ever referenced their weight.

[@OldSchoolMinded]

"This kid" yooo he a grown ass man. 😂 man is 23. If he don't wanna change, that's on him. He hasn't been committed to treating his body like a pro athlete does, and that's fine! It's his choice. But it's also the owners/coaches choices when he's out of the league in few years cause he can't keep up anymore.

[@safariamaniupendo3]

I love how he handled those questions with maturity even when they were trying to lure him into the nonsense. Much respect ✊🏾 young brother 💪🏾♥️

[@darrylbrooks-el1xn]

Well said he talks better than Barkley and Shaq verbally 💯🤣

[@tylersawyer4373]

He really did a great job - they tried to bait him multiple times

[@DontZzzOnMe]

agreed with how he handled the questions and bait

[@james19patterson]

Hope Zion and the rest of the pelicans stay healthy 😊. Love my pelicans.

[@ChillydontCap]

You won’t love him when he becomes a free agent tho. 😂😂😂

[@g-dub5272]

Stephen A: “he’ll eat the table” 😂😂🤦🏾‍♂️🤣

[@Tehui1974]

"I saw a belly!" - Stephen A Smith

[@313Martin]

That's what i like about zion is that he has tough skin, he has a great ability to tune out the world and ignore the negative opinions about him. That takes a strong person to keep on pushing and succeed.

[@Stokey1]

Zion’s a stand up guy.

[@andrewvelazquez8833]

Standing up to hit the buffet line again

[@jamaljones1114]

​@@andrewvelazquez8833 noooo 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@the_bowiekid]

He’s breathing hard af ! Proving Shaq’s point ! HE IS NOT IN SHAPE !!!!

[@Jaywon44558]

The man fresh off the court lol wth

[@gucciak-4740]

@@Jaywon44558if a pro athlete is still breathing that hard after finishing a game, getting dressed, and walking over to the media room, his conditioning is very mediocre😂 Zion need to lay off the gumbo

[@xxxDopeKingxxx]

@@gucciak-4740lol obvious he took a ice bath after the game man come on

[@MyronZhao]

@@gucciak-4740 not the gumbo 😂

[@tj-23]

@@gucciak-4740yall weird worrying about another man’s weight

[@akeembell6384]

No cap, your responses to these questions makes us root for you more bro!

[@emmanuelajiri6122]

He handled himself extremely well. With that being said, he needs to really be honest with himself when he says he's "going to do his best not to let the fans down." That means making the right choices on and off the court (specifically about diet and conditioning).

[@popunkid]

“What did they say?” He knew what they said, he just wanted to see the reporter squirm and stutter 😂

[@bencromwell707]

I Am Always Rooting For Zion Shaq & Chuck were just keeping it💯👍

[@johnbrown4447]

Yea idk how he got so damn big that young man got belly and booty what he on ?

[@bencromwell707]

@@johnbrown4447 he need to get in better shape plain & simple

[@johnbrown4447]

@@bencromwell707 you can get hurt gaining all that weight playing a sport like basketball I hope he get it right

[@bencromwell707]

@@johnbrown4447 same here my g

[@DraymondToPistons]

Seems like a OK dude just needs to get a good trainer. Good mentors then he’ll probably be all right.

[@chasenickles260]

You can tell he saw that stephen a smith video......

[@EBLESSFINANCE]

That was one of the most grown man responses I've ever heard. Wow! Big ups to Zion for responding this well to all the criticism. 💪

[@darrylwallace2428]

It was good to see Zion be assertive, and demand the ball as opposed to being laid back like he was against the Lakers. Kid has a chance to be the face of the league, as long as he stays with it. I wish him well.

[@GhettoGordanFisherman]

No he doesn’t

[@PaytonnManning1503]

The face of a cereal box 😂

[@frednunn5596]

Bro finna huff and puff and blow the mic down 💨💀

[@octaviakf]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@baller45]

Bro u get paid 50 mill to stay in shape thats your only job ...a game is the fun 😂

[@albertdaley9093]

So why not gettin paid you should be in shape😂😂

[@chrisflo24]

Someone just got to be honest with Z and say what they really mean to ask him.

[@ceeb107]

Shaq and Charles are some of the only people who can call him out like that. Especially shaq he’s the most dominant ever and has the experience wisdom and regrets to teach Zion all he needs to know. Plus if Zion gets pissed off shaq is one of the few people in earth who could survive lol. One day of Zion goes off someone will get hurt real bad. He definitely heard those comments the way he played and how he looked during this postgame he was on fire inside

[@palmtreewhisperer]

Yeah, what was up with those pillowcase questions. 😂 Saying the "Fat" word is a swear word now around Zion 😂

[@palmtreewhisperer]

​@@ceeb107he needs that fire and hit the gym 😂

[@ceeb107]

@@palmtreewhisperer facts. If he lost 40 lbs he will have a 50 inch vert most of his power and he’d still be 260 lbs. At Duke he was 270 if I’m not mistaking. He has all the genetic gifts Lebron and Derrick rose had all in one. If he plays up to 50% of his potential he will average 20 ppg 6 rpb. If he maxed out he averages 34 ppg 10 rpb. If he gets a good jumper 3 too he averages 38 ppg.

[@yasso2031]

ive never wanted a player to succeed like zion man. this dude gets so much critcism because of the expectations OTHER people put on him. he's gonna keep proving yall wrong.

[@blakstar8219]

He was the #1 pick and high school and college sensation...and they gave him a bag, those are realistic expectations

[@ikalem65]

"OTHER" people? Well, "other" people are the audience who watch the games and that's how he making 40mil a year. And as a pro athlete, if he can't control his diet and conditioning and stay off the burgers and soda then yea, people gonna call him out. You think his lack of discipline is to be encouraged??? U internet "good people" are sth else

[@NYGiants4Life]

@@ikalem65 I kind of agree with you on this, but do you honestly think telling him to lose weight is going to help? I've never seen that before. I think his team organization is not doing much besides that. If they really wanted to help him out, they would get him a personal chef and a personal trainer. Plenty of teams do this for their star players. Also, with the way the media can just pick on a player, tear them apart and constantly put all their business out there, how do we know if dude isn't going through it and has made his eating habit worse than before.

[@killerra]

@@NYGiants4Life Problem is, it's already been reported that they got him a chef that cooks him healthy meals, Zion just eats way more outside of the prepared meals.

[@ChillydontCap]

He doesn’t have more pressure than Lebron and y’all hate him, so why should Zion get any slack?

[@hustlecrowe9440]

Shaq was NOTORIOUS for coming into the season overweight and just cruising thru the season and getting in shape for the playoffs. It was one of the rumors back in the day why Kobe hated Shaq behind the scenes. Kobe had to carry the team thru the regular season and Shaq just dominated in the playoffs and got all the limelight.

[@ninog9737]

Mans was still putting up 28 12 and 3 blocks what more does a man have to do in the reg szn lol

[@09lowkey]

The difference is Shaq played 60+ games 6 of 8 seasons with the Lakers all while averaging 27pts 12rebs 2.5blks. You can get on him for his habits off the court, but you can't argue the production on the court. Zion on the other hand is having a hard enough time staying on the court.

[@bollocksnlilies]

All inaccurate. Shaq was running. Zion isn't. That's all he said. About Kobe, it really still is hard to admit that Shaq was the best player in the league during those years when Kobe was young? Smh.. mvp and fmvp for a reason.

[@ChanceJolivette]

brotha up there wheezing like biggie smalls

[@spriggsvid]

They don't have food in Portland

[@Iamkingreaper24]

Oh lord🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@LV_Cityzen]

"Ima put Zion on that diet I was on at one point...if tastes good, spit it out!"

[@naklovesjesus3204]

😅 This guy

[@ryanabbeyseon]

@@LV_Cityzenthat will forever be funny 😂😂😂

[@stevebeckerlcsw3409]

Like it. No fake smiles. Real serious. Measured. Thoughtful. Honest. Props, Zion.

[@Bars11_]

Zion isn't all smiles anymore...dude is in pain.

[@Herman727Jr]

About what?

[@Levi-1992]

I wouldn’t say “pain” I’ll say his peace and joy has been robbed from him. Life under the scope ain’t no joke!

[@fineline8348]

more like motivated tf u talking about pain

[@palmtreewhisperer]

He can call a few ladies to help him with that pain 😂

[@zooom6286]

Or go back to vegas again

[@alex1vid]

Smartest things I've seen him say. 1: Make the reporter speak what they said. 2: His response was PERFECT. Actually impressed.

[@iAmTakeNote]

Zion still full from Thanksgiving 😂

[@TruPressa]

Lame

[@blackmantravel6954]

Bro just had 36 you tripping

[@iAmTakeNote]

Y’all clearly don’t watch enough sport shows to know where the joke came from 😂

[@DaLeada100]

4:14…. “When into the game…” What !? 👀🤯😂😂😂

[@ShadomanG]

Man’s can be one of the absolutely greatest in the world! All begins with what’s between his own ears. Stay the course, get focused & Go hard, Zion! 💪🏽

[@RFlash-xc4lo]

Never gunna happen

[@poly_g6068]

Coulda shoulda woulda

[@albertomartinez4678]

Zion handle himself so well against the hypocrites from the media ,always pretending that they care only looking to start drama. good kid! so mature and respectful. he is one of my favorite's players.

[@aveennaicker2494]

I’m rooting for him but his conditioning is miles from where it should be. he can definitely get there tho. when he does, he’ll be damn near unstoppable ☝️

[@RonaldShanklin-nj2qz]

I would say 3/4 of a mile

[@Momo-py7dv]

I would say Moriah Miles...uhm mills

[@09lowkey]

I feel like he's getting dangerously close to the point of no return. Not that he still can't be great several seasons from now but the greats all took their lumps in their early years and Zion is bypassing that process which will inevitably come back to bite him later on.

[@geekgrem]

No sir, he still can’t shoot. So teams will use the Lakers play book and save off until he can knock down a consistent jumper

[@RonaldShanklin-nj2qz]

@@geekgrem Zion doesn't need to be a shooter, the other guys are the shooters and need to hit they shots which will give space for Zion to work

[@charlesenewkirk4216]

Reporters tried to bait him with each question. He handled as well as anyone could. Well spoken bro

[@unranked_podcast]

rooting hard for Zion man 🫡

[@texascatdaddy]

Shaq and Charles are the best to provide their opinions about Zion. Both Chuck and Shaq have been in Zion’s position at the highest level. And their options is coming from a good place! Good luck Zion, we are all rooting for you.

[@MrDyorke]

I remember when he came in the league, he was so happy and cheerful...now he seems fed up and tired of all the criticism he gets.

[@octaviakf]

He was happy to be drafting now that the work is needed he’s sad oh well. He’s gotta develop his a right hand because come playoffs teams are gonna sit on his left hand which is what the lakers did in the tournament game

[@tiggapee]

We love you back in New Orleans, Zion!! Let's go have a good season bro

[@ca11medeemoney]

this boy breathing like Tony Soprano and wondering why people on his ass

[@stillcombatprogg6665]

This is the best Zion we have seen to date. Lot of respect for how he handled that question.

[@YvngGoat_]

This was the biggest middle finger to my haters performance outta Zion.

[@elliottsmith7530]

if anything it raises questions as to why he doesnt do this regularly and/or when it counts. plus is shows that if he averages these numbers at his current size, he'd go crazy weighing like 240, 250

[@Demion83]

People need to call him fat before every game I guess.

[@rvinnyopagongna]

@@elliottsmith7530 bro is doing great this season, y'all haters just judged once for his bad game. his size has been also one of his advantage. y'all ppl are quick to judge just for one bad game, and it shows. he's been doing great until y'all bodyshamed him.

[@elliottsmith7530]

@@rvinnyopagongna never said he was doing bad. im commending him for his numbers despite the weight so if anything i gave a backhanded compliment. i love zion as a fellow lefty and a duke fan so im def rooting for him overall so calm the "yall ppl" talk bruv. and im addressing a issue thats years old. ppl have been warry of his weight since college. no quick judgements made here fam. and you shunning someone for body shaming an athlete is wild af and on brand with modern mindsets.......bruh DUDE IS A PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE PAID TO BE IN SHAPE lol.....

[@williamburney3166]

We gotta remember that these guys are still human beings and when i say we im talking about us fans and the media

[@Noahnelson91]

As a casual fan to Zion, he is coming off much more professional in this interview than previous appearances. From the outside it kind of seem like he acted like he won everything [with the hype around him] but did nothing. I dont root for or against the Pels, I really just want to see good basketball, and this portrays a better attitude Zion has going in to the season than years previous. I would love to see him take the next step and start to dominate. TBH, I feel like he needs a coach to fire him up and be honest with him about being an all time great vs being good.

[@jasonhoppe781]

Zion has always been a chill “weird” kid. The man wanted to stay at Duke but coachK wouldn’t let him.

[@samircosme1656]

he's a humble young man, most of the other star players would fire back to the coments, but he did not, props tho him, is impossible not to cheer for a guy like that

[@bilogskii2216]

I have followed Zion since he was in highschool and in every interview you can tell he isn't a dumb guy who wants to flash guns on ig. He knows what's the problem, he just can't stop eating. It's an addiction at this point and only rehab can fix it. It can be a real struggle. He should really sorround him with people who would check him and say no.

[@creativeearthian1702]

This is the true answer but nobody can stop the addiction but himself, no matter how many NO's he hears

[@scottskizzy1405]

So one player does it.. in 20 years n now flashing guns is a category...smh

[@LebronNOTJames1300]

You got this Z! I know it’s hard to get in shape after all you’ve been through. You got this bruh. Just stick to the plan and lose that weight man. I can hear it in your breathing man. You could be one of the greatest ever in the nba. The skill is there. Just gotta lose that weight man. Love 💙

[@TheoHuxtible]

Zion is an absolute baller. 🏀

[@palmtreewhisperer]

Until he gets hurt.. 🤕

[@play2win166]

Damn, PERFECT response from Zion regarding the critique of his condition. BRAVO!

[@kieranschoen3783]

Why does he look and sound like he’s going thru withdrawals

[@M.Borjas]

Damn, he really carried himself well. Respect

[@mikefields7615]

Zion literally can be the best player in the league and possibly the greatest. He has never been in shape and injuries have affected him. He still avg 25 and 5 imagine what he could do, this is why they are on him because they know what Zion is capable of doing. Definitely one of the favs.............

[@WhoIzHee]

When Bron retire i really hope he helps this man

[@derricklavoie2513]

He’s the topic of discussion cause people can see his true potential. Hopefully this guy gets it together. He’s looking better lately

[@cheaseeds6207]

I don't think the loss to the lakers was due to his weight or anything. He played his part and made his shots but the lakers put up good defense on him after the 1st quarter. I don't know if anyone noticed but lebron was visibly frustrated with the lakers defense and the pelicans' second chance points in that first quarter so LeCoach probably happened. It is what it is.

[@chrisflo24]

No it was 100% because of his weight combined with his lack of effort.

[@michaelf6205]

He’s just too passive sometimes. He needs to lead the team in field goal attempts every game

[@carpenterman504]

The old man LeBron blew past Zion all game long....🤷

[@persistentlypathetic6820]

​@@carpenterman504 Old Man James blows by a lot of people. He drives thru people's whole teams at times.

[@carpenterman504]

@@persistentlypathetic6820 Yes, he does!! If you want to be the best, you have to beat the best!

[@MichaelGilmoreTV]

“Zion can eat the table” Stephen A. Smith, according to his source. Then, S.A.S, “OMG, I saw his stomach roll” 😂. I will never look at Zion the same!

[@toohonest_]

I got charles in a 1v1 eating contest vs Zion.

[@LV_Cityzen]

A churro eating contest in San Antonio

[@jimmie5359]

Right now?? Zion will WASH Chuck

[@Nerdmatic]

He handled this interview very well. Didn’t take Shaq and Chuck’s comments to heart. Stay Healthy I see him being a part of a championship team one day.

[@ballgame3273]

Zion is the truth.. don't put it on his weight when they get beat.. he not a bust

[@deandrecharles7649]

I hate when reporters press the issue. The man answered the question. Gave a great mature answer in my opinion.

[@ComatoseBYWGoat.]

Zion Reacts To Being called Fat by Fat People.

[@bridgettegates8899]

😂😂

[@JamesTechJackin]

Rooting for this young brotha!! Keep shining Zion!! Can't wait till you wear the purple and gold.

[@deliberation6022]

Why do reporter beat around the bush. Straight up, say his defense and conditioning/energy on the court is ass. 5 REB is crazy for someone like Zion.

[@unrealsportscardz2225]

Because they won't be allowed again if the talk smack, Zion acting like he doesn't know but I'm sure he knows what they said , honestly he needs to get out of new O, food too good but he is too big for a mast moving tank/ I mean jet lol

[@kronicassault1374]

He has more class and love for the game than Shaq or Charles will ever dream of having. Let this man have whatever career he is going to have and be happy with it.

[@carpenterman504]

My guy acted as if he hasn't heard anything that Shaq and Chuck have been saying to him for the last 4 years....just disappointing, Zion you know what they said!!

[@realdreamerschangetheworld7470]

The reporter asked about this week specifically

[@carpenterman504]

@@realdreamerschangetheworld7470 They know about their 2K24 ratings, but they don't know what's being said about themselves in the pregame and post-game commentary...smh

[@xxxDopeKingxxx]

@@carpenterman504well it’s the reporter’s job to state exactly the question. Zion knew what was said but he wanted reporter to say it and the proof is that when the reporter spoke he stated it like Shaq was being supportive when in actuality the world know shaq and chuck was clowning him. So that was smart on Zion to have the reporter repeat it , why respond and then give espn a story in the morning?

[@carpenterman504]

@@xxxDopeKingxxx ESPN already has a storyline 🗣Bowling Ball scores a season high 36 points Until Zion gets in shape, they're going to ride him. Even if he scores 30, they'll say he could've got 40. They'll say he can't sustain his production for 82 games.

[@xxxDopeKingxxx]

@@carpenterman504yes but why add on to it is my overall point

[@rcdenson1]

Love this guy, his attitude, he shows determination, humility, focus and he's starting to mature mentality in the game. His potential is off the charts and he knows what he personally and his team mates need to do to improve. I wish him well (as long as he isnt playing the Bulls or Hawks 😂). Keep working and stay on the grind Zion... you can be one of the All time greats (with a ring) when it's all said n done.👍

[@RoseCurry5]

Zion lowkey got some Bernie Mac eyes. 😂

[@glomanglobal3892]

Breathing like he jus ate 12 cheeseburgers 🤣

[@tayluc777]

These dudes don’t love the game but they get max contracts left and right. I see why older players hate sometimes.

[@frankbombaci4977]

Typing this from New Orleans Z if you see this, we love you, this team, the present and the furure We believe in y’all! Flock Up!

[@groundzero231]

Does anyone else get the feeling that he's congested? He seems sick.

[@thegoat525]

That’s just the food stuck in his throat

[@Me-ir7ls]

Articulate, talented, young, positive…wishing him much success. (And handsome!)

[@goldsilverandiamonds]

Zion has the physical gifts. He just needs to get serious about his health and fitness. He should hire his own ream of trainers and health professionals to help him reach his full potential. Literally hundreds of millions are possible for him to make or lose. It all depends on how seriously he takes his career, health and fitness.

[@AllanWilliams-yh7dt]

He is speaking humble.. Take criticism and use it as a tool to do better.. Not all criticism is bad criticism..

[@JordanWTopics]

Zion would’ve made a great tight end

[@markdavis8858]

Are defensive of end I can see him coming off the edge causing problems for QBs i don't no about tight end

[@gwopgetta2091]

Too bad you get paid 100000x more in the nba than the nfl ..

[@bitcoinethereum9702]

Last year on December 12th THE PELICANS were the #1 seed.

[@paul35ism]

Bro is breathing harder than a fat kid, and he is still an elite athlete. Imagine how good he would be if he got in shape

[@jedcwre1292]

Well spoken Zion. You’ve been criticized at a young age. So were the greats. And you’re among them TODAY. Keep going son!

[@ryancane697]

All the haters and joke makers wish they could do what he can on the court. He is crazy talented and unstopable !!!!

[@akeembell6384]

I truly truly hope this young man knows there are plenty of older cats ljke myself rooting for him and immensely proud of him. Keep working towards a better version of you zion you already a legend where you from bro.

[@RickyBobby576]

“Looks like me and Shaq had a baby.”

[@PTCulture757]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@Jonnie_b]

Zion just gotta keep grinding. Good to see him out there .

[@J_Sal58]

All these expectations for Zion is tough man. I hope he gets better. But in other talks; this just goes to show how much lebron surpassed peoples expectations with flying colors. Something that’s OBVIOUSLY hard to do. Look at Zion for example. But that’s one of many reasons why Bron is the goat.

[@marisatomei33]

Hyped for greatness!!!

[@linnstr8609]

McDonald's cashier: "Zion, come on bro.. stop it. You gotta lose the weight. Do you want to go down in history as one of the all-time greats or short-term indulgence?" Zion: "..gimme all the burgers."

[@robbieez4]

Very Classy Zion, nothing but respect on how he handled this post-game interview......

[@jaspertrocio6350]

I hear excuse s

[@eobardthawne6921]

What excuse? He said he played like ass against the lakers and owned up and said he needs to do better

[@DankBulbasaur13]

He sounds like my fridge when it was on its last leg omg 😂

[@WITHBEN]

HE NEEDS TO DO MORE INTERVIEWS, YOU CAN TELL HOW GENUINE HE IS IN HIS VOICE

[@allphornunn]

On one hand this shows how smart Zion is - he can answer questions like an expert politician when he wants to. Watch enough of his press conferences, though, and watch his body language as well as hear what he says, and you'll see he's also very wary of & uncomfortable w/ media and overall seems beaten down by all the negativity he's faced. This is a really, really tough point then for helping him turn it around... He probably feels depressed by all this and wants to just go somewhere and eat some great New Orleans feast so he can forget & have some fun.

[@_viewsfromthed]

00:31 I love the angle at which this reporter went. Swift move.

[@masterscheme1]

A temporary win doesn't cure anything... The bigger win is when you set a solid and firm foundation for future multiple and consistent wins... But you gotta be set in soul... mind and body for that...

[@jonasmoore8166]

Zion will get it all together