Pelicans star Zion Williamson faces rape, abuse allegations in new lawsuit

Pelicans star Zion Williamson faces rape, abuse allegations in new lawsuit

Williamson denied the allegations through his attorneys

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jaylen Clark (22) attempt to go after a loose ball in the second half at Target Center on March 19, 2025. (Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images)

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) drives to the basket past Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) in the second half at Target Center on March 19, 2025. (Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images)

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson looks on during the second half of the game against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center on February 21, 2025. (Jerome Miron-Imagn Images)