New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson has opened up about the challenges of his career, specifically his numerous injuries and criticism regarding his weight.
While he is one of the best players in the NBA, Williamson has struggled to stay on the court due to health issues. In an interview with ESPN, he admitted that he was disappointed when he missed his third season due to a broken foot and that people blamed his weight.
Instead of expressing sympathy for the 25-year-old star who is struggling with an ankle injury, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith called him a "food addict." He also claimed that the Pelicans "encouraged" him to talk to Williamson about his weight.
In response, Pelican posted a video of Smith's popular bloopers on X, adding the caption, "Stick to solitaire, Stephen." Bonus points for effortless alliteration.
Of course, Smith did not hide his anger and threatened the Pelicans.
"Removing stuff from a decade, two decades, three decades ago? No problem. See you all tomorrow at @FirstTech. Remember one thing: you asked for it!" the 58-year-old analyst wrote.
Pulling out stuff from a decade, two decades, three decades ago, ???? No problem. see you all tomorrow @FirstTech. Remember one thing: YOU ASKED FOR THIS!!!!
-Stephen A. Smith (@stephenasmith) 3 March 2026
The moment Smith doesn't return a blow is the moment the world's most distinguished historians will write about.
However, Pelican's work was not complete, Posting a GIF Of Smith's former partner, Max Zellerman.
https://t.co/Rgq8Y1zJv5 pic.twitter.com/ShVwloRERf
- New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) 3 March 2026
Smith has repeatedly been involved in well-publicized controversies, including an altercation with Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James last season. James also tackled Smith during a game, with Smith later describing the move as "weak".
Smith has often defended his role as a member of the media, and it seems he will pull the same card with the Pelicans. No, he can't use it on solitaire.
