Zion's ominous Melbourne warning

Zion Williamson has declared himself to be in the best shape of his life, following years of fitness and injury concerns - and it's that kind of language that should have Australian basketball fans hyped about the NBA phenomenon's impending visit to Melbourne next week.

“We came up with a plan, from boxing to working out on the football field a lot, to just different random workouts,” Zion said.

“I haven’t felt like this since college, high school. I can walk into a gym and just feel good.”

“And during that timeframe last year, I really felt a shift in my body to where I would look at him and be like, ‘It feels good to feel good.’ I haven’t felt like this since college, high school. I can walk into a gym and just feel good.”

Williamson's dramatic transformation even has NBA legend Kevin Garnett excited.

“I’m seeing pictures of Zion, Lord. He looks like he’s back in high school,” Garnett said.

“Shout out to Zion, you’re working, young man. That’s what’s up. I hope you have a great year.”

When he’s healthy and conditioned, Zion is a global spectacle - someone capable of drawing massive crowds, media attention and inspiring the next generation.

Fans coming to Melbourne should expect nothing but the best from ther Pelicans' superstar on October 3 & 5 when he goes head-to-head with Melbourne United and South East Melbourne Phoenix in the NBA x NBL Melbourne Series.

Last chance tickets to the games and other events are still available.

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As well as the two fixtures, the Pelicans will also be hosting an open training session on Thursday, October 2, before a Fan Night and Luncheon on Saturday and Sunday respectively.

What tickets can I buy?

- Game 1 – New Orleans Pelicans vs Melbourne United - Friday, October 3, 2025 - 7.30pm AEST
- Game 2 – New Orleans Pelicans vs South East Melbourne Phoenix - Sunday, October 5, 2025 - 2pm AEDT

- Pelicans Open Training – Thursday, October 2, 2025, 1pm AEST: Includes an exclusive first look at the team’s training, player Q&A and more
- NBA x NBL Fan Night – Saturday, October 4, 2025, 6pm AEST: A showcase event with player performances, basketball challenges, live entertainment and more

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