Zion Williamson x SLAM Magazine NFT

New Orleans Pelicans All-Star Zion Williamson and SLAM Magazine collaborate on first-of-its-kind NFT drop, featuring photography work by Matthew Coughlin.

In 2021, SLAM magazine re-released a cover image captured by Matthew Coughlin Photography as an exclusive NFT, the first-ever for the iconic basketball publication.

The SLAM x ZION collection NFT was released on OpenSea, the largest NFT marketplace. It includes 20 limited-edition Gold and Gold Autographed cover NFTs and a 1-of-1 Platinum Autographed edition. 

The cover, SLAM 222, was shot by Matthew Coughlin at Duke University in April 2019, prior to Williamson declaring for the NBA draft. 

“It was an honor to photograph Zion in 2018 at such a tipping point in his young career. Now, to have that image re-released as an NFT and make digital history, is just truly amazing. I’ve shot over 30 SLAM covers over the years, including others of Zion, but it’s safe to say this one will always stand out.” —Matthew