"I don't try to live up to nobody's expectations. I just try to be me, be the best version of myself that I can be."Zion Williamson
AuthenticitySelf-Improvement
Zion Williamson Quotes
American - Basketball Player|July 6, 2000
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Zion Williamson Quotes
Read 35 Zion Williamson quotes on being yourself, hard work, family, faith and winning from the New Orleans Pelicans star born in 2000.
"I just look to be myself. I'm not trying to be nobody. I'm just trying to be the first Zion."Zion Williamson
IndividualityIdentity
"I appreciate that people think that, give me the comparisons to LeBron, but I'm not LeBron. I'm myself."Zion Williamson
IndividualityComparison
"I feel like I'm one of a kind."Zion Williamson
UniquenessConfidence
"What don't break you will make you."Zion Williamson
ResilienceStrength
"People tell me I'm not supposed to do the things that I do at my size. I just take it as a blessing."Zion Williamson
BlessingDefying Expectations
"My body is just built different. Some people try to look at it as a weakness, but I look at it as a blessing."Zion Williamson
PerspectiveStrength
"I just thank God for giving me the body that I have."Zion Williamson
FaithGratitude
"I remain patient because my mom taught me growing up to be grateful for everything."Zion Williamson
PatienceGratitude
"My mom sacrificed a lot for me."Zion Williamson
MotherSacrifice
"Don't let that 'mom' word fool y'all... Her being my biggest critic was the best thing for me, actually."Zion Williamson
MotherFeedback
"You know, my stepdad taught me growing up, you know, if the team has success then the individual things will follow."Zion Williamson
TeamworkFamily
"I wasn't always tall. I was shorter so my stepdad had me at point guard so I learned those skills."Zion Williamson
ChildhoodSkills
"I don't play basketball for the money; it was the last thing I thought of when I was a little kid."Zion Williamson
PassionPurpose
"The money thing, that's money, I don't play this for money, I play for the love of the game."Zion Williamson
Love of the GamePassion
"I feel like I need to improve in every area. That might shock people, but I'm never satisfied with my game."Zion Williamson
ImprovementDrive
"I want to keep growing in every area."Zion Williamson
GrowthAmbition
"I feel I have to earn everybody's respect."Zion Williamson
RespectHumility
"Just to be able to play one minute in an NBA game, I'm grateful for that."Zion Williamson
GratitudeDreams
"People don't understand how hard it is to get to the NBA and that's where I want to be."Zion Williamson
DreamsHard Work
"I'm going to do anything to win. I'm just going to do anything to win."Zion Williamson
WinningDetermination
"I do whatever the team needs to do on offense or defense, whatever it is to win. And I'm a competitor."Zion Williamson
TeamworkCompetition
"I don't think I'll ever tell you I had a great performance in a loss. That doesn't make sense to me, to be honest."Zion Williamson
WinningTeam First
"Truth be told, nobody likes to lose."Zion Williamson
CompetitionHonesty
"I want to be the best."Zion Williamson
AmbitionExcellence
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About Zion Williamson
American - Basketball Player | Born July 6, 2000
# Zion Williamson Quotes
Zion Williamson is an American professional basketball player, born on July 6, 2000, in Salisbury, North Carolina. He became an internet sensation in high school in South Carolina thanks to his explosive dunks, then starred in a single season at Duke University, where he was named national college player of the year.
The New Orleans Pelicans selected him first overall in the 2019 NBA Draft, and he has since been named an NBA All-Star despite battling injuries. Known for a rare mix of size, power and agility, Zion credits his mother and stepfather for his grounding. His quotes are about being yourself, gratitude, hard work and the love of the game.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Zion Williamson and these famous quotes.
Who is Zion Williamson?
Zion Williamson is an American NBA player, born on July 6, 2000, who plays for the New Orleans Pelicans. He was the first overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft.
Where did Zion Williamson play college basketball?
He played one season at Duke University (2018–2019), where he won national player of the year honours.
Is Zion Williamson an NBA All-Star?
Yes. He has been selected as an NBA All-Star, first in 2021.
What is Zion Williamson's most inspiring quote?
A fan favourite is "I just look to be myself. I'm not trying to be nobody. I'm just trying to be the first Zion."