Williamson remains under a rookie max contract with the Pels until 2027-28.
The New Orleans Pelicans could still be viewing Zion Williamson as a key part of their long-term plans.
In his appearance on HoopsHype's "Around The Beat" show, New Orleans reporter Shamit Dua argued that the star big man might reach an eventual extension with the franchise.
"I think Zion's going to get extended," Dua said. "When Joe Dumars got here, there were some tough conversations had with Zion about what the expectation is for professionalism. And to Dumars's credit, Zion really took that to heart.
"He really wants to be in New Orleans, and he really, really wants the narrative on him to flip. ... I would model it after Julius Randle's extension... around three years, $100 million or so. Around 30 to $35 million a year. I think it's a good sweet spot for Zion."
Williamson will remain under contract until 2027-28 after signing a rookie scale max extension with the Pels last 2022.
The former No. 1 overall pick has been relatively healthy this year compared to the past couple of seasons. He secured massive contract guarantees for staying available and present in New Orleans games this 2025-26.
As such, he is also averaging 21.4 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists, shooting nearly 60 percent from the field.
As the Pels look ahead to their future, Williamson might remain as one of their key pieces.
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