NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson announced he will become a father later this year.
The couple made the announcement in a YouTube video and on Instagram.
Williamson shares a message for his daughter at the beginning of the video, saying, "You gone see this at some point. I don't know what the future holds, but mommy and daddy love you. If you don't know anything else, mommy and daddy love you."
The gender reveal party took place over the weekend, according to the video.
Last season Williamson averaged 26 points, 7 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per games. But due to his injury, he has only played in 29 games.
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