Rockets Duel with Zion Begins, Pelicans Fly into Houston
The Next Big Thing. Potential Rivalry. Sneaky Birds.
He’s finally here. For the first time, the NBA’s next big thing, Zion Williamson, will play his first game in Houston, as his New Orleans Pelicans come to town to take on the Rockets. Zion’s the most-hyped player this league’s seen since LeBron James, and he’s already shown signs of greatness.
With New Orleans drafting of Williamson, the Pelicans will be a threat to deal with for years to come for Houston. The squads are divisional rivals and this matchup has the potential to blossom into a future rivalry.
The Pelicans are only 20-29, but Zion Williamson played his first game a few weeks ago. New Orleans has been better since, and has chance to sneak into the playoffs in the eight spot if they continue to play well. Houston needs James Harden to prove Friday’s game wasn’t a mirage, that it wasn’t a one-time thing, and that the Beard can get back to doing Beard-like things. Russell Westbrook will bring the energy as always. It’s time to send these Birds out of town with a loss.
Toyota Center: Houston, Texas
Jersey Colors:
New Orleans Pelicans (20-29): White
Houston Rockets (30-18): Red
TV: 1 PM CT – ABC