Is Zion Williamson playing tonight against Orlando Magic? Latest on New Orleans Pelicans 2xNBA All-Star's status explored (Nov. 8)
The New Orleans Pelicans will cross swords against the Orlando Magic on Friday in one of 13 NBA regular-season games scheduled for the night. Pelicans superstar Zion Williamson is ruled out for the game due to left hamstring tightness. The two-time NBA All-Star played in New Orleans’ 131-122 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday, logging 29 minutes and recording 29 points, eight rebounds and four assists.
Williamson has already missed three of the Pelicans' nine games this season. Currently, Willie Green’s squad sits at 14th in the Western Conference standings with a 3-6 record, largely due to injuries affecting key players. Dejounte Murray, CJ McCollum, Herbert Jones and Trey Murphy III, who are all key players in the franchise's roster, are currently dealing with injuries.
New Orleans fans are hopeful that Williamson can overcome his latest setback and lead the charge against the Magic. The former National College Player of the Year is averaging 22.7 points on 45.2% shooting, including 33.3% from 3-point range, along with 8.0 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.2 blocks per game.
Zion Williamson vs. Orlando Magic
Zion Williamson has had limited matchups against the Orlando Magic in his career. Out of his 190 regular-season games, only three have been against the Magic.
The former Duke standout faced Orlando once in the 2020-21 season and twice last season. Against the Magic, Williamson averages 27.0 minutes per game, contributing 19.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.3 steals.
Where to watch New Orleans Pelicans vs. Orlando Magic?
The New Orleans Pelicans vs. Orlando Magic game is scheduled to take place on Friday, Nov. 8, at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. The game will tip off at 7 p.m. EDT (4 p.m. PT).
The Pelicans vs. Magic game will be broadcast live on the Gulf Coast Sports (local) and FanDuel Sports Network (local). Fans will also have the option to stream the game live on the NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply).