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As Cheerful News Turned Into Misery Overnight, 22YO Zion Williamson Could See Light in Drowning Darkness With Step Father’s Speech

Published 06/10/2023, 12:42 AM EDT

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Zion Williamson has attracted all the media attention for the last few days. It began with a message of celebration when the young New Orleans Pelicans star revealed he is about to share a child with his girlfriend, Ahkeema. However, what followed the news was an unprecedented outburst. Adult film star Moriah Mills launched several allegations stating Williamson was with her just weeks before his pregnancy announcement. Yet in the midst of the torrent, it seems Williamson’s stepfather isn’t wavering away from his son.

Williamson was a source of frustration for the Pelicans throughout the season as he sat out most of the games with injuries again. The 22-year-old has not managed to build a rhythm due to constant injuries and this latest incident just put him in more troubled waters.

Zion Williamson’s stepfather shares his views on the recent drama

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Despite the dark times and multiple allegations, Zion Williamson has remained focused on his own growth. Taking another step in his philanthropic journey, the 22-year-old forward recently made a massive quarter of a million donation for a noble cause. Williamson did so to support children with their uniform costs.

The news came just days after the ugly drama ensured. Many NBA fans felt it was a PR move to help clear his reputation. But the Williamson family doesn’t seem to be avoiding the matter at hand.

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While speaking at the Summer Bridge Program, Zion Williamson’s stepfather Anderson Lee subtly addressed the recent events, assuring he stands by the two-time All-Star.

“That’s my son and I love him. You know, when I was a child, I walked like a child. I talked like a child, did childish things. But when I became a man, what I understood is that God blessed me. So all I’m gonna say this morning is believe half of what you see and nothing you hear. That’s all I’m gonna say. I stand by my son 100%.” said Lee about the recent social media scandal.

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After his empathetic message, he went straight to Zion to share an embrace. It has been a grueling week for the Pelicans forward, who has had to deal with the constant berating on social media. His moment of happiness was soon replaced with horror following the allegations. There is still no news on whether the series of events proposed by Mills are true. Nor has Williamson directly addressed any of the allegations.

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At this time, he needs the support of his loved ones to stay level-headed. And from Lee to his girlfriend, Ahkeema, everyone seems to believe in Zion Williamson. What are your views on the situation? Let us know what you feel in the comments below.

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Anuj Talwalkar

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Anuj Talwalkar is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. Having composed close to 2000 articles, he aspires to manage his own team one day and is pursuing a top-tier college-level management program specializing in sports. Anuj's love for basketball blossomed after he started following the NBA a few years ago, and he decided to merge his writing skills with his understanding of this thrilling game.
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