Overview
- Joe Dumars said he is really impressed with Williamson’s impact and denied any ongoing trade discussions.
- New Orleans guaranteed Williamson $39.4 million for the 2025-26 season, with additional salaries tied to games-played benchmarks.
- Williamson averaged 24.6 points, 7.2 rebounds and 5.3 assists last season but missed 30 games due to hamstring, back, calf and ankle injuries.
- Organizational sources tell FastbreakJournal.com that the Pelicans are not exploring trade scenarios for Williamson, though no player is deemed untouchable.
- The team has overhauled its supporting staff and roster construction to boost Williamson’s durability and long-term on-court impact.