Injury Report: Zion Williamson's Status for Bulls vs Pelicans

Zion Williamson's status for Chicago Bulls vs New Orleans Pelicans has been revealed

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) dribbles against Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso (6) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images / Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

The Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Pelicans open their seasons against each other on Wednesday night in what should be a very fast-paced and exciting game. Surprisingly, there are already some key names listed on the injury report.

The New Orleans Pelicans have officially listed Zion Williamson as questionable due to a non-COVID illness. Zion did not practice in Tuesday's practice due to the same illness and will be a game-time decision.

Willie Green said Zion Williamson did not participate in today's practice due to an illness. He'll be a gametime decision for tomorrow's season opener.

Dejounte Murray will also be a gametime decision. The belief is he'll be back in New Orleans later today.

— Will Guillory (@WillGuillory) October 22, 2024

Throughout the preseason it was stated by numerous members of the Pelicans that Zion was in fantastic shape for this upcoming season. It's unfortunate that he's been hit with an illness, but for Pelicans fans, it's far more fortunate that he doesn't have another indefinite injury,

Trey Murphy on Zion Williamson: "He’s taken his body work and recovery very seriously. He just looks different from last year. He’s come into this season ready to play, in good shape. It’s just a testament to what he’s done this summer."https://t.co/6nZ6yYffKp

— HoopsHype (@hoopshype) October 19, 2024

Last season, Zion Williamson played a record-high 70 games for the Pelicans before getting injured in the play-in tournament against the Lakers. He averaged 22.9 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 5.0 assists on 57% shooting from the field. While Zion might be in better shape this season compared to others, the Pelicans will have more players to share the ball with now that they've added Dejounte Murray. Murray is also listed as questionable.

AIR ZION BACK pic.twitter.com/LeL2uZf18a

— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) October 13, 2024

The Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Pelicans face off at 8:00 p.m. EST on October 23. It'll be a homecoming for Lonzo Ball as he returns to face his former team after over two years.

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