"As great as he is, the word 'bust' comes to mind, not because of his talent, but only talking [about] his availability," Smith said. "If you're not available, it doesn't matter how great you are. And he's, almost, never available."

The New Orleans Pelicans have shut down both Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum for the remainder of the 2024-25 season, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported. The news comes with just two weeks left until the regular season ends and the Pelicans eliminated from playoff contention.

In sports, the best ability is availability, and Stephen A Smith feels that sentiment with New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson. After Williamson was involved in Pelicans trade rumors, a majority of it had to do with his health.

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