San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul has become one of the NBA's premier elder statesmen. Regardless of what team Paul is on, he's become one of the biggest mentors in the league, including Pelicans star Zion Williamson.

Zion Williamson had 22 points and nine rebounds and the New Orleans Pelicans overcame a 17-point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 114-96 on Sunday night to open a two-game set. The teams will meet again in New Orleans on Tuesday night.

Zion Williamson had 22 points and nine rebounds and the New Orleans Pelicans overcame a 17-point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 114-96 on Sunday night

The New Orleans Pelicans have the worst record in the Western Conference, and yet they beat the Spurs 114-96. The Spurs' two leading scorers, Julian Champagnie and Keldon Johnson, both came off the bench.

The San Antonio Spurs will take on the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday night, and we have fans covered with all they need to know.

Injuries have perhaps been the biggest hurdle New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has had to overcome throughout his six-year NBA career. His weight has always been an issue as well, with fans and critics alike associating it (and his supposed unhealthy eating habits) with his susceptibility to injuries.

Analyzing Tuesday’s San Antonio Spurs at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

NEW ORLEANS - Western Conference foes New Orleans and San Antonio square off on Sunday.The Pelicans are 1-9 against the rest of their division. New Orleans has

The Pelicans, who trailed by 17 points in the first half, roared back and delivered a fourth-quarter knockout punch for a convincing 114-96 victory at the Smoothie King Center. Zion Williamson led the way with 22 points and nine rebounds but had plenty of help.

The Pelicans came from behind to beat the Spurs. Willie Green explained how it happened and credited Karlo Matkovic for part of it.