Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Scores 14 points in return
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Williamson (hamstring) finished Wednesday's 125-118 loss to the Nuggets with 14 points (6-13 FG, 2-4 FT), six rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block across 29 minutes.
Williamson returned to the floor following an eight-game absence due to a strained left hamstring. The star big man was one of four Pelicans players to score in double figures, though he put up fewer than 14 field-goal attempts for the second time in six appearances. Perhaps more encouraging than anything was his minutes count, as Williamson fell roughly in line with his season-long average of 31.4 from his first five appearances of the season. Though Williamson emerged from Wednesday's game seemingly in good health, he'll still be a candidate to sit out one half of the Pelicans' upcoming Friday/Saturday back-to-back set versus the Mavericks and Hawks, respectively.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Available to play
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Williamson (hamstring) is available to play Wednesday against the Nuggets.
This will be Williamson's first game since Nov. 2, so he'll likely face restrictions following an eight-game absence. Yves Missi will likely return to the second unit with Williamson active and Derik Queen's usage could dip.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Listed questionable vs. Denver
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Williamson (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Denver.
Williamson is looking to end an eight-game absence due to a strained hamstring. If the star forward is ready to rejoin the fold, Herbert Jones and Derik Queen could see fewer minutes in the frontcourt.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Officially out Monday
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Williamson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Thunder.
Williamson was tagged as questionable leading up to Monday's matchup but will ultimately be unable to go. He'll continue to be considered day-to-day with a hamstring injury that has kept him sidelined since Nov. 2.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Listed questionable for Monday
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Williamson (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's game against the Thunder.
This isn't much of an update, as Williamson remains day-to-day. He's likely going to be a game-time call, as the Pelicans did not have a shootaround for the second leg of this back-to-back set. Williamson has missed the past seven games, so he's likely to have restrictions if he gets the green light to return.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Out again Sunday
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Williamson (hamstring) won't play Sunday against the Warriors.
Williamson was considered a game-time call Sunday prior to this update, but he'll now miss his seventh game in a row. That being said, the Pelicans may have opted to hold him out Sunday, so he could return Monday against the Thunder since he's yet to be cleared for back-to-back sets.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Gets questionable tag
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Williamson (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Warriors.
Williamson has a chance to end a six-game absence caused by a hamstring strain. With Sunday being the first leg of a back-to-back for the Pelicans, the star forward could suit up for one half of the set and sit out the other. If Williamson is upgraded to available for Sunday, his return would likely reduce the playing time of Saddiq Bey, Derik Queen and Micah Peavy.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Cleared for on-court work
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The Pelicans announced Thursday that Williamson (hamstring) continues to progress well through his rehabilitation and has been cleared to resume on-court basketball activities with contact.
Will Guillory of The Athletic provided a similar report Wednesday indicating that Williamson was cleared for contact, and he was able to participate in some 1-on-1 drills during the Pelicans' morning shootaround that day. According to the Pelicans' latest announcement, Williamson's "return-to-play progression will be updated appropriately," so fantasy managers can operate under the assumption that he's still being viewed as week-to-week as he works his way back from a Grade 1 hamstring strain and won't be returning to action Friday versus the Lakers.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Remaining out vs. Portland
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Williamson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Williamson will miss his fifth consecutive game due to a strained left hamstring. The 25-year-old big man can be considered doubtful ahead of Friday's game against the Lakers until the Pelicans provide another update on his status. With Williamson sidelined, Saddiq Bey, Derik Queen and Karlo Matkovic are candidates for increased playing time.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Iffy for Tuesday
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Williamson is questionable for Tuesday's game against Charlotte with left hamstring soreness.
This is a new issue for Williamson after he previously battled a foot issue. Hamstring injuries are a major cause for concern, but the questionable tag suggests he's day-to-day. Tuesday's game is the front end of a back-to-back set, so the team could proceed with caution.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Just misses double-double Sunday
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Williamson closed with 20 points (7-14 FG, 6-12 FT), nine rebounds, six assists and one steal in 28 minutes during Sunday's 137-106 loss to the Thunder.
The 25-year-old forward hit for at least 20 points for the second straight game and the fourth time in five contests, and he came one board shy of his second double-double. Williamson also led the Pelicans in assists on the afternoon, dishing at least five for the third time this season. He's averaging 22.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.6 assists and an impressive 2.0 steals in 31.4 minutes a contest to begin the campaign.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Slams home season-high 29
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Williamson produced 29 points (9-17 FG, 11-13 FT), six rebounds and three assists over 33 minutes during Friday's 126-124 loss to the Clippers.
After managing only 11 points Wednesday in his return from a one-game absence due to a minor bone bruise in his foot, Williamson looked more like his usual self Friday and set a new season high in scoring. The 25-year-old forward is averaging 23.5 points, 6.3 boards, 4.3 assists and 2.3 steals in 32.3 minutes through four games, and as per usual, it's his ability to stay on the court that will be key to his fantasy value.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Struggles in return
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Williamson ended Wednesday's 122-88 loss to Denver with 11 points (4-8 FG, 3-4 FT), two assists, one block and one steal across 26 minutes.
Williamson played through a foot issue, returning to action after missing the previous game. While it was good to see him back on the floor, it was certainly not his best performance. Whether the injury played a part in his lack of production is anyone's guess. What is clear is how bad New Orleans has been to begin the season. The hope is that Williamson can get things back on track, both personally and as a team, when the squad travels to Los Angeles to face the Clippers on Friday.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Will play vs. Denver
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Williamson (foot) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.
After missing Monday's game due to a foot issue, Williamson will return. The superstar forward has gotten off to a solid start to the 2025-26 campaign, averaging 27.0 points, 9.5 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 4.0 steals per game while shooting 46.2 percent from the field.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Questionable for Wednesday
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Williamson (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.
Williamson was a limited participant at Tuesday's practice, but he was spotted getting some extra running on the side after the session. Williamson was unable to play Monday against the Celtics, but it sounds like he's going to be day-to-day going forward.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Strong start to campaign
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Williamson finished with 27 points (10-21 FG, 7-12 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and five steals in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 128-122 loss to the Grizzlies.
Williamson, who looks rejuvenated after spending the offseason getting into top shape, was the clear No. 1 option on offense Wednesday with plenty of ball-handling responsibilities as well. He was flying around the court defensively too, finishing one steal shy of his career-high mark of six. If he can stay healthy, and that's a big if, Williamson could have a monster fantasy campaign, especially in punt builds for free throws or three-pointers.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Looks sharp in preseason win
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Williamson (back) produced 15 points (5-8 FG, 5-7 FT), five assists, two rebounds and two steals in 16 minutes in Friday's 107-97 preseason win over Melbourne United.
Williamson, who was shut down on March 19 of last season due to a back bone bruise, started the preseason opener and looked sharp in his short stint on the court. Williamson said during Media Day that he was feeling good, and he's drawing rave reviews from his teammates for his conditioning and leadership. His fantasy arrow is certainly pointing up so far.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Ruled out against Charlotte
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Williamson (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Hornets.
Williamson will miss a fifth straight game for the Pelicans due to a back issue. New Orleans will likely turn to Kelly Olynyk, Yves Missi, Karlo Matkovic and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl in the frontcourt against the Hornets.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Out Sunday
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Williamson (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pistons.
Williamson has been downgraded from questionable to out and will miss a second straight game due to a back contusion. Yves Missi (hip) has also been ruled out, so Bruce Brown, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, Jordan Hawkins and Karlo Matkovic are all candidates for increased roles against Detroit. Williamson's next chance to suit up will come Monday against Philadelphia.
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Iffy against Detroit
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Williamson (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Pistons.
Williamson is in danger of missing his second straight contest Sunday due to a lower back contusion. If Williamson is further downgraded to out, Bruce Brown will likely draw another start.
