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Zion Williamson Day-to-Day With Foot Contusion, Status Uncertain for Nuggets Game

The Pelicans’ star missed Monday against Boston and returned to limited practice as the team manages his workload.

Overview

  • New Orleans listed Williamson with a left foot bone contusion after he landed on Victor Wembanyama’s foot during a put-back dunk against the Spurs on Oct. 24.
  • He was ruled out Monday and the Pelicans fell 122-90 to the Celtics, dropping to 0-3 to start the season.
  • Coach Willie Green said the medical staff is monitoring Williamson’s workload, and he participated in practice on a limited basis Tuesday.
  • Williamson characterized the issue as “day-to-day” and “nothing major,” saying he does not expect to be out for a long time.
  • He is on the injury report for Wednesday at Denver, with outlets listing him as questionable or probable, reflecting ongoing caution given his extensive injury history.