The New Orleans Pelicans will give Zion Williamson a rest on Wednesday night against the Portland Trail Blazers, opting to prioritize his health after his return from a hamstring injury. Williamson played 28 minutes on Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, ending the team's two-game winning streak.
The New Orleans Pelicans host the Portland Trail Blazers on the second night of a back-to-back after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday. The loss ended the Pelicans ' two-game winning streak, which tied their season-high.
New Orleans welcomed the return of Zion Williamson after the star forward missed 27 straight games with a hamstring injury. Williamson was on a minutes restriction but played 28 minutes and went 9/15 from the floor. After the game, he told reporters how good it felt to be on the court after nearly a two-month absence. "It felt great to be out there and playing in front of our fans," Williamson told reporters. "I keep learning more and more about my body and listening to the trainers for what I need to do."Many wondered how the team would manage his workload since his return, and Wednesday's injury report shows the team's intention. The Pelicans have ruled him out of the matchup against the Blazers to allow the star to rest. Williamson has a history of hamstring issues, so it makes sense the team is taking proper precautions with him. His next chance to play would be Friday night against the Philadelphia 76ers. Ironically, around the same time two years ago, Williamson injured his hamstring on the road against the 76ers to end his 2022-2023 season. The expectation is for Williamson to gradually increase his minutes and role strategically throughout the year. New Orleans is 7-30 and has the worst record in the Western Conference.
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