How can you not like Zion Williamson?
The former Duke forward and Naismith Award winner was taken first overall by the Pelicans in the NBA Draft on Thursday to the surprise of absolutely no one.
He has been the most hyped player coming into the draft since LeBron James in 2003 and he knew exactly where he was going to be picked.
Despite that, he couldn't hold back tears as he spoke to ESPN after being taken first overall.
He talked about how his mother influenced his career and helped him get to this point.
“My mom sacrificed a lot for me," he said. "I wouldn’t be here without my mom. She did everything for me. I just want to thank her.”
Zion Williamson, holding back tears: “My mom sacrificed a lot for me. I wouldn’t be here without my mom. She did everything for me. I just want to thank her.” Amazing stuff pic.twitter.com/WeN5ys1r7c
— Drew Shiller (@DrewShiller) June 20, 2019
There were rumors going around after the lottery that Williamson was upset about the Pelicans getting the No. 1 pick over the Knicks.
But Thursday, there was nothing but pure joy on his face.
New Orleans looks like it has gotten a special player.