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Zion Williamson Sidelined 7–10 Days; Pelicans Host Hornets Without LaMelo Ball

New Orleans’ 0-6 slide worsens with a hamstring setback to its top producer, intensifying scrutiny of coach Willie Green.

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DENVER, COLORADO - OCTOBER 29: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts against the Denver Nuggets during the fourth quarter at Ball Arena on October 29, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by C. Morgan Engel/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • New Orleans announced Williamson has a Grade 1 left hamstring strain and will be re-evaluated in 7–10 days, ruling him out for Tuesday’s game against Charlotte.
  • Charlotte listed LaMelo Ball as out with a right ankle impingement for a second straight game, and Brandon Miller remains sidelined for multiple weeks with a left shoulder subluxation.
  • The Pelicans are the NBA’s only winless team at 0-6, with three 30-point defeats fueling questions about Willie Green’s job security.
  • Despite key absences, the Hornets beat the Jazz 126-103 on Sunday as rookies Kon Knueppel, Sion James, and Ryan Kalkbrenner delivered impactful minutes.
  • New Orleans’ depth is further taxed with guard Dejounte Murray out indefinitely due to a right Achilles rupture, while Yves Missi’s status has been listed as questionable due to illness.