When Zion Williamson came to town nearly three years ago, he was the hero that New Orleans Pelicans fans needed -- a Southern superstar who could pick up the pieces that Anthony Davis left behind. Fans welcomed him with open arms and a literal jazz ensemble. Now, after three injury-plagued seasons, more than 120 games missed, long periods of silence from Zion, and questions about his level of commitment to the team, does the city feel differently about its messiah? The Athletic's Will Guillory, a native New Orleanian, explains.

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