Zion Williamson receives key injury notice for Bulls clash

The New Orleans Pelicans provided a key injury update forward Zion Williamson as they prepare to host the Chicago Bulls on Sunday night. Williamson practiced Saturday and will be listed as questionable to play, a potential step toward his return as the Pelicans look to build momentum after a much-needed win.

Pelicans writer Jim Eichenhofer posted an update on X, formerly known as Twitter, after practice.

James Borrego said Zion Williamson practiced today and will be listed as questionable for Sunday’s game in Chicago, Eichenhofer wrote.

Williamson, 25, has been sidelined since Nov. 29 sustaining grade 2 right hip adductor strain. His final appearance came in New Orleans’ 104–96 loss to the Golden State Warriors, a game in which he finished with 25 points, seven rebounds and four assists. He shot 8 for 16 from the field and made nine of 10 free throws while logging 31 minutes.

In his sixth NBA season, the former No. 1 overall pick has appeared in 10 games and remains one of the Pelicans’ most productive players when available. Williamson is averaging 22.1 points, 5.6 rebounds, four assists and 1.6 steals per game while shooting 51% from the field and 72.3% from the free throw line in 30.9 minutes per game.

The Pelicans prepare for the Bulls with Zion Williamson’s availability in focus

New Orleans enters Sunday’s matchup at 4–22 after snapping a seven-game losing streak with a 143–120 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday night. The Pelicans’ offensive outburst against Portland marked one of their most complete performances of the season and offered a glimpse of the consistency the team has been looking for during a rough start.

Sunday’s game against Chicago begins a short road trip before New Orleans returns home. The Bulls enter the game at 10-14 and continue to hover around the Eastern Conference playoff picture. Tipoff is set for 7:00 PM ET.

The Pelicans’ schedule tightens up after the trip to Chicago. New Orleans will return home to open a three-game sweep next Thursday against the Houston Rockets, who enter Sunday at 16–6. The upcoming stretch puts added importance on Williamson’s status as the team looks to stabilize its rotation and build continuity.

Williamson’s availability will be determined closer to tipoff, but his return would provide a significant boost to a Pelicans lineup struggling to stay intact due to injuries. As New Orleans tries to build momentum after a recent win, Williamson’s progress remains the central story heading into Sunday night’s matchup.