Updated Zion Williamson Status for Bulls vs Pelicans Revealed

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

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 the New Orleans Pelicans face off tonight in their season openers against one another. There has however been an update to who will be available in tonight's matchup, and it's a big name.

The New Orleans Pelicans have now officially listed Zion Williamson as out of action for tonight's game, according to senior NBA insider Chris Haynes. He was originally listed as questionable due to a non-Covid illness and was a game-time decision but has now been upgraded to missing tonight's game due to the same illness.

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson (illness) will not play tonight against the Chicago Bulls.

— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) October 23, 2024

This is an unfortunate turn of events for fans of basketball in general as Zion is one of the league's most exciting players to date. However, the sting hits a little harder for Pelicans' fans as they have been waiting to see their star player return to action tonight. Although Zion has been dealing with injuries for some time, many within the Pelican's camp are faithful in his strong return. The Pelicans still have Brandon Ingram as available and Dejounte Murray as questionable.

In Zion's last five games against the Bulls he has averaged 24.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, 4.4 assists on 61.8/0/68.3 shooting splits. The Pelicans will surely be missing the contributions of Zion tonight.

The Chicago Bulls and the New Orleans Pelicans take the court at 8:00 p.m. EST tonight.

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