Zion Williamson's status for Chicago Bulls vs New Orleans Pelicans has been revealed
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.Throughout the preseason it was stated by numerous members of the Pelicans that Zion was in fantastic shape for this upcoming season.
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."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.
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