Nov 8, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) looks on from the bench against the Orlando Magic in the third quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Zion Williamson Injury Update: How long is the Pelicans forward expected to remain sidelined?

Williamson has appeared in just six games this season, averaging 23 points, 8 rebounds, and five assists.

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson’s injury woes continue as the star forward now has been sidelined indefinitely due to a left hamstring strain, the team announced on Saturday. Williamson, who has been dealing with injuries throughout his NBA career, will be re-evaluated in the coming weeks.

Williamson’s latest injury is a significant blow to the Pelicans, who are already struggling this season with just 3 wins in 10 games. The 24-year-old forward has appeared in just six games this season, averaging 23 points, 8 rebounds, and five assists.

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson suffered a hamstring strain and is out indefinitely. Williamson will be re-evaluated in the coming weeks, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/VKufddHxX0
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) November 9, 2024

Potential return date for Zion Willamson

While New Orleans has not provided a return date for Zion Williamson, he is expected to be out for an extended period. Hamstring injuries usually take three weeks to eight weeks. However, more severe strains can take up to six months to fully heal.

Given Zion’s history of injuries, the Pelicans are likely taking a cautious approach to ensure he has a full recovery.

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Timeline of Zion Williamson’s injuries since 2019

Williamson’s NBA career has been plagued by injuries. The 24-year-old, who was New Orlean’s No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 draft, has missed 210 out of a possible 400 regular-season games. He has played in only 190 games over his first five seasons. Despite his struggles with injuries, Williamson has managed to put up impressive numbers, averaging 25 points and 7 rebounds per game.

2019-2020 Season: Williamson played in just 24 games in his rookie season due to a knee injury that required surgery.

2020-2021 Season: He managed to play in 61 games but was hampered by a right knee injury in the later stages of the season.

2021-2022 Season: Williamson missed the entire season due to a foot injury that required surgery.

2022-2023 Season: He returned to play in 29 of the team’s first 37 games but was sidelined for the rest of the season due when his foot injury flared up.

2023-2024 Season: Williamson played in a career-high 70 games last season, averaging 23 points, 6 rebounds, and five assists.

2024-2025 Season: He has played in just six games this season, averaging 23 points, 8.0 rebounds, and five assists, but is now sidelined indefinitely with a left hamstring strain.

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