VIDEO: Zion Williamson Likely Not Getting Back Into Action With New Orleans Soon Due To Hamstring Injury

New Orleans Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson is facing a setback in his recovery from a hamstring injury, suggesting that he won’t be returning to the court anytime soon. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Williamson is “not close to coming back” after being sidelined for over a month. Even though there was some positive news […] The post VIDEO: Zion Williamson Likely Not Getting Back Into Action With New Orleans Soon Due To Hamstring Injury appeared first on BlackSportsOnline.

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VIDEO: Zion Williamson Likely Not Getting Back Into Action With New Orleans Soon Due To Hamstring Injury

New Orleans Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson is facing a setback in his recovery from a hamstring injury, suggesting that he won’t be returning to the court anytime soon. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Williamson is “not close to coming back” after being sidelined for over a month.

Even though there was some positive news recently, with Williamson being able to participate in light activity, it seems that the team is taking a cautious approach to ensure his full recovery. The injury has been especially frustrating for the 24-year-old, as he entered the season in the best shape of his career before being sidelined.

“It is tough for Zion because he came into the season, he was the lightest he’s weighed since his rookie year, he came in great shape, and to have him hurt already, that hamstring has been a chronic issue for him, he’s had multiple hamstring strains over the last few years, he can’t catch a break,” Charania said.

In the six games that Williamson did play this season, he made a significant impact, averaging 22.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game. However, his shooting percentage dropped to 45.2 percent, marking the first time in his career that he connected on less than 57 percent of his shots.

Considering his current progress, it seems unlikely that Williamson will be returning to action with the Pelicans anytime soon. The team will likely prioritize his long-term health and take their time bringing him back to playing form.

Flip to the next page to watch ESPN’s Shams Charania spill the beans…

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