New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson is out for 7-10 days due to a grade 1 hamstring strain, keeping him out for at least a week of action before being reevaluated.
The injury is to his left hamstring. He will miss Tuesday’s game against the Charlotte Hornets.
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Williamson just played on Sunday, putting up 20 points, nine rebounds, and six assists on 7-of-14 shooting. Tuesday’s game will be the second game of the season that he misses.
The forward had already missed a game due to a left bone contusion; now his hamstring is flaring up.
The Pelicans have gone off to an awful start, boasting an NBA-worst 0-6 record. Head coach Willie Green’s job is under scrutiny, and with a need for results, it will be tough sledding for New Orleans without its best player.
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This story was originally published November 4, 2025 at 1:39 PM.