Zion’s Hamstring Injury Sidelines Pelicans Star for a Week
The New Orleans Pelicans announced on November 4, 2025, that forward Zion Williamson is sidelined due to a hamstring injury. He has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 strain in his left hamstring, which will keep him out for approximately seven to ten days. The team stated that Williamson will be reevaluated after this period.
Zion Williamson’s Injury Impact
The Pelicans currently have a winless record, standing at 0-6. They are set to host the Charlotte Hornets at the Smoothie King Center. This follows a recent loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, where Williamson was a standout performer. He led the Pelicans with 20 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists in that game.
Williamson’s Performance and Statistics
- Points per game: 22.8
- Rebounds per game: 6.8
- Assists per game: 4.6
Despite his impressive statistics, Williamson has struggled with injuries in recent seasons. He has battled hamstring issues, leading to missed games in each of the last four seasons. Throughout his six years in the NBA, since being the top overall pick in the 2019 draft, he has played in 61 or more games only twice.
Recent Injury History
Last season, Williamson participated in 30 games before being sidelined due to a bone bruise in his back. He had missed one game this season prior to this hamstring injury, sitting out against the Boston Celtics on October 27 due to a left foot bone contusion.
As the Pelicans navigate this critical period without their star player, fans and analysts will closely monitor his recovery and return to the court.
