In a bold claim that has sparked heated discussions across the NBA landscape, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith suggested that Zion Williamson, the New Orleans Pelicans' young superstar, is eager to leave the franchise.

While superstars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander do not care about market size, that may not be the case here. ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith offered some insight into the matter on an episode of First Take.

The theory of Zion Williamson is tantalizing. Once described by the great Shea Serrano as "a rhino who learned how to fly," the forward is a rare mixture of speed, power, touch (on his left hand, anyway) and spring-heeled elevation. At his best, Williamson can be the on-court offensive fulcrum and facilitate winning.

Williamson is finally healthy and not under team suspension. But can he prove to the franchise that he is ready, once and for all?

Given the possibility of landing a franchise-altering talent in the upcoming draft, the Pelicans must certainly consider a shift of eras and potentially ending the Williamson saga, which hasn't been beneficial for the superstar or the club.

Jayson Tatum scored 38 points with 11 rebounds and Kristaps Porzingis had 19 points and 11 boards as the Boston Celtics overcame the return of Zion Williamson to the New Orleans lineup and beat the Pelicans 120-119.

Following Zion Williamson’s one-game suspension for violating team policies, ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith believes that Williamson no longer wants to be in New Orleans. “Zion

Zion Williamson returned to the court for the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday after serving a one-game suspension for violating team rules. Williamson missed Friday night's victory over the Philadelphia 76ers after the two-time all-star missed the team's flight to Philly.