NBA Star Zion Williamson Says Rape Allegation Driven By Financial Motives

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Zion Williamson has been accused of rape and years of abuse in a civil lawsuit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court by a woman who identifies herself as his former girlfriend.

The unnamed plaintiff, listed as Jane Doe, alleges the New Orleans Pelicans star sexually assaulted her twice in 2020 and subjected her to ongoing threats and controlling behavior through 2023.

The first alleged incident reportedly occurred in Beverly Hills on November 23, 2020, with a second incident taking place the following month.

According to the complaint, Zion Williamson allegedly took away the woman’s phone and computer to prevent her from calling for help. The filing also claims he threatened her safety and used his influence to isolate her.

The lawsuit outlines a pattern of alleged intimidation and coercion that spanned multiple states, including Louisiana and California. Zion Williamson’s legal team has denied all allegations and labeled the case as a financial ploy.

“This appears to be an attempt to exploit a professional athlete driven by a financial motive rather than any legitimate grievance,” Zion Williamson’s lawyer, Michael Balascio, said in a statement.

“Mr. Williamson and the plaintiff never dated but did maintain a consensual, casual relationship that began more than six years ago, when he was 18 years old,” Balascio continued. “That relationship ended years ago. At no point during or immediately after that relationship did the plaintiff raise any concerns. Only after the friendship ended did she begin demanding millions of dollars.”

Doe’s attorney, Sam Taylor, said the case is about accountability.

“It’s a very serious case, as reflected in the allegations. Our client looks forward to her day in court where she can go and explain to a jury what happened to her, the things she endured for this defendant and getting justice,” Taylor told The Post.