Zion Williamson leaves Summer League debut after contact to knee

Zion Williamson was forced to leave his NBA Summer League debut after suffering what appears to be a minor injury.

Williamson’s much-anticipated debut on Friday didn’t last as long as many in Las Vegas had hoped. The Pelicans announced during the second half that Williamson would be out for the remainder of the game after taking knee-to-knee contact.

Zion Williamson (left knee) took knee-to-knee hit. Will not return

— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) July 6, 2019

Williamson finished the game with 11 points, three rebounds, and one steal that led to a thunderous dunk and flex.

Another look at @Zionwilliamson's steal-dunk!

#SummerPelicans pic.twitter.com/m4UGH7ksw0

— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) July 6, 2019