Zion Williamson's Status for Pelicans vs Rockets

The New Orleans Pelicans revealed Zion Williamson's status against the Houston Rockets

Dec 23, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) looks to drive against Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks (9) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

The New Orleans Pelicans return home after finishing their four-game road trip with a 2-2 record.

Zion Williamson played in three of those games, averaging nearly 30 points a game on the road trip. Williamson is playing some of the best basketball of the season after spending most of it sidelined with injuries.

The two-time all-star missed 27 straight games earlier this year with a hamstring injury, and even after his return, Williamson has played over 30 minutes just once. New Orleans has also withheld Williamson from playing in back-to-back as part of his reconditioning program. The Pelicans released their injury report for Thursday's game versus the Rockets, and Zion is not listed.

No changes to the injury report for Thursday v. Houston.#Pelicans | @MorrisBartLLC https://t.co/IwfBBhAU02

— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) March 5, 2025

Williamson's brilliance when he's played is still overshadowed by the Pelicans horrendous record this season. New Orleans has the second-worst record in the Western Conference at 17-45. The former No. 1 overall pick feels the season's frustration and acknowledges what the fans are feeling this year.

"Very frustrating at times but stay forward. I know who I am. I know what I can do. I know it's frustrating, especially for New Orleans fans, when I'm out. For me it's just stay forward and trust who I am"

-- Zion Williamson on dealing with adversity this season pic.twitter.com/weC7X24is6

— Pelicans Film Room (@PelsFilmRoom) March 5, 2025

"Very frustrating at times but stay forward," Williamson told reporters after Tuesday night's loss to the Lakers. "I know who I am. I know what I can do. I know it's frustrating, especially for New Orleans fans, when I'm out. For me it's just stay forward and trust who I am."

With the Pelicans long out of playoff contention, New Orleans has an eye for the future and a high draft pick to pair alongside Williamson and some of the team's younger talent. Tip-off for Thursday night's game is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at the Smoothie King Center.

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