Author: Mark Medina, USA TODAY

After a quiet three-plus quarters, Zion Williamson erupted for 17 points in a three-minute span in the fourth during his NBA debut for the Pelicans.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Derrick Favors on rookie Zion Williamson: “We probably need game 10 before we can really judge something.”

Will Zion Williamson live up to the hype or will his size — and the way he throws his weight around — doom him to an injury-prone NBA career?

Lakers’ Anthony Davis continues to have soreness around his tailbone area, but may be eyeing a return Saturday against the Rockets in Houston.

Paul George will be out for the Clippers’ Friday night contest and will not travel for Sunday’s game due to a hamstring injury.

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is shooting the basketball and traveling with the team, but his return from a broken hand isn’t imminent.

Yes, Anthony Davis declined Los Angeles’ four-year, $146 million max extension. But don’t fret Lakers fans, the All-Star isn’t going anywhere.

Ja Morant has turned heads with his highlight plays, but he’s impressed Grizzlies teammates and coaches most with his desire to improve.

Lakers owner Jeanie Buss held back tears when discussing David Stern’s mentorship, his support for Magic Johnson and the nixed Chris Paul deal.