Overview

• Executive vice president Joe Dumars said Williamson will remain the focal point of the franchise and the team is moving forward with him.
• A woman identified as Jane Doe filed a lawsuit alleging Williamson raped and abused her in 2020 and seeks between $18 million and $50 million in damages.
• Williamson’s legal team has denied the claims as “categorically false and reckless” and intends to file counterclaims for defamation.
• The 24-year-old forward has missed significant time due to foot injuries, including the entire 2021-22 season, and has three years left on a partially guaranteed max contract.
• Pelicans leadership has held direct talks with Williamson on expectations and sent him to represent the team at the NBA Draft Lottery to underscore his leadership role.