Is Zion Williamson the new Cam Newton? Why Duke's star could face eligibility issues this season

Posted Oct 18, 2018
Zion Williamson potentially becomes college basketball’s new Cam Newton — a megastar recruit implicated in a pay-for-play scheme allegedly orchestrated by a family member. As with Newton, two schools are involved — one linked to a potential money deal, and one that actually signed the player. Also similar to Newton is the profile and importance to a national championship contender. (Yahoo! Sports)

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