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Zion Williamson signs with CAA Sports

Zion Williamson is expected to be drafted by the Pelicans

On Thursday morning, CAA Sports took to Twitter to announce that they will represent Zion Williamson. The Duke product had been searching for representation ahead of next months NBA draft, and ESPN is reporting that Williamson generated a huge amount of interest:

CAA basketball agent Austin Brown and CAA executive Lisa Joseph-Metelus will represent Williamson, sources told ESPN. Williamson, 19, has been pursued with great enthusiasm from potential endorsers, including shoe companies. Williamson is expected to command one of the largest rookie shoe deals in history.

Following a breakout season with Duke, Williamson will enter the NBA as one of the most talked-about rookies in recent memory. The 19-year-old has been compared to LeBron James, and a number of leading sportswear brands are eager to make Williamson one of their most prominent athletes. The New Orleans Pelicans plan to pick Williamson with their number one pick next month.