New Orleans Pelicans injury update: Suspense ends over Zion Williamson's availability in crucial NBA encounter against Charlotte Hornets

New Orleans Pelicans injury update: Suspense ends over Zion Williamson's availability in crucial NBA encounter against Charlotte Hornets
Zion Williamson in the frame

Highlights:

Zion Williamson has still not recovered from his illness.

Williamson missed the Pelicans game against the Memphis Grizzlies (139-126) on Friday. 

The last time Williamson played against the Charlotte Hornets was over a year ago and the contest was won by the New Orleans Pelicans (132-112).

Zion Williamson's status for the clash between the New Orleans Pelicans and Charlotte Hornets in the National Basketball Association (NBA) will be a hit-and-miss chance. The match is slated to be played on Saturday and also marks the second night of a back-to-back. Williamson is currently recovering from an illness which saw him miss the Pelicans game against the Memphis Grizzlies (139-126) on Friday. 

Will Zion Williamson feature in New Orleans Pelicans vs Charlotte Hornets game?

It was expected that Zion Williamson would play against the Memphis Grizzlies but he had to miss his second consecutive game because he was not fully recovered. Williamson's availability for the upcoming clash against the Hornets will be a close call as it all boils down to how he feels before the start of the game. 

The Pelicans fans will be hoping that their star forward in the form of Williamson is fully recovered to feature in the clash against the Hornets. 

In the last match that Williamson played for the Pelicans, he brought his A-Game to the court as he posted 24 points, 14 rebounds, six assists and three blocks against the Utah Jazz. 

How has Zion Williamson faired against Charlotte Hornets?

Zion Williamson has only played four times against the Charlotte Hornets in his NBA career. He averages 19.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.0 steal per game while shooting 48.5% from the field. 

The last time Williamson played against the Hornets was over a year ago and the contest was won by the New Orleans Pelicans (132-112). In that game, Williamson had 13 points, nine rebounds, nine assists and three steals, shooting 5 of 11 from the floor.

When to watch New Orleans Pelicans vs Charlotte Hornets game?

The New Orleans Pelicans vs Charlotte Hornets game will be played on Saturday, January 25th at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte. The game is scheduled to start at 7 pm EST (4 pm PT).

Where to watch New Orleans Pelicans vs Charlotte Hornets game?

The New Orleans Pelicans vs Charlotte Hornets game will be broadcast live on GCSEN (local) and FanDuel Sports Network - Southeast - Charlotte (local). 

Live streaming for the New Orleans Pelicans vs Charlotte Hornets game

The live streaming for the New Orleans Pelicans vs Charlotte Hornets game will be available on the NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply).