Zion Williamson (ankle) expected back for Pelicans on Tuesday
New Orleans Pelicans small forward Zion Williamson (left ankle) is expected to play on Tuesday against the Portland Trail Blazers.
What It Means:
Williamson was a late scratch on Saturday, but it looks like it will only cost him a game. Brandon Ingram (right ankle sprain) missed Monday's practice, so Williamson may be asked to do more on offense if Ingram is unavailable. Josh Hart or Nicolo Melli will likely return to the second unit on Tuesday.
Zion is averaging 32.3 FanDuel points per game. numberFire's models project him for 16.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 0.8 steals, 0.5 blocks, and 1.1 3-pointers over the rest of the season.
Source:
Andrew Lopez, ESPN
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