Moriah Mills shoots down Zion Williams trade rumor, calls it a deflection

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New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson was mentioned in trade rumors earlier this week as his apparent former flame, ex-porn star Moriah Mills, called him out on social media and provided text messages from their alleged relationship.

According to The Athletic, the Pelicans could look to move Williamson for the No. 2 pick of the upcoming draft. Shams Charania said on FanDuel TV that New Orleans was having conversations with the Charlotte Hornets about the No. 2 pick and a deal involving the 2019 top pick of the draft. Scoot Henderson appears to be New Orleans’ target.

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New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson stands for the anthem before the 76ers game at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Jan. 2, 2023. (Bill Streicher-USA Today Sports)

As the rumors ramp up, Mills called it "fake trade news."

"Fake trade news to deflect enjoy fatherhood @Zionwilliamson you betrayed me I’m done," she tweeted Wednesday.

"Great pr move or move and your bm paying blogs to bash me is cool to I don’t have pr just got caught in the crossfire and feelings thanks."

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New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson talks with guard Jose Alvarado and assistant coach Fred Vinson during the Nuggets game at Ball Arena in Denver on March 30, 2023. (Isaiah J. Downing-USA Today Sports)

Mills, who is now a hip-hop artist and calls herself Moriah M, made the initial claim she was in a relationship with Williamson after his girlfriend announced earlier in the week the two were expecting a baby.

Since then,