Zion Williamson still not back ... time to talk? (Updated Dec. 10)

The Pelicans' would-be phenom, Zion Williamson, has new pain in his surgically repaired (we think) foot ... and his return to duty is delayed again. (And? He's been delayed again Dec. 10. And, he's had an injection in his foot Dec. 16; won't be back for four more weeks.)

Many of people have talked about the load he carries at his height of 6-6 and around 285 pounds. Marcus Spears at ESPN mentioned him possibly having a meniscus problem.

But, the feet are the biggie.

Is it time to mention names like Bill Walton? Sam Bowie for younger fans? Greg Oden for younger yet? (I forgot about a near-contemporary of Oden's, Michael Olowokandi, aka the Kandi Man.)

That said, if he's got knee problems, they're transitioning to his feet. And, the knees will continue to challenge him defensively.

Oh, it's not "fat shaming" to ask about his weight. Charles Barkley, at the same height, and known as the "Round Mount of Rebound," carried 30 or so fewer pounds.