On Saturday night, the New Orleans Pelicans played the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City.
The Pelicans won by a score of 115-105.
Zion Williamson had four points, one rebound and two assists while shooting 1/2 from the field in his first 11 minutes of playing time.
However, the Duke legend suffered an injury (and did not return).
Pelicans Make Zion Williamson Announcement
GettyNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – DECEMBER 22: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts during the game against the Dallas Mavericks at Smoothie King Center on December 22, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
During the game, the Pelicans made the official announcement about Williamson’s injury.
The New Orleans Pelicans wrote: “Zion Williamson (right ankle) will not return to tonight’s game at Utah”
GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – DECEMBER 31: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts prior to the game against the Chicago Bulls at United Center on December 31, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.(Photo by Bobby Goddin/Getty Images
Williamson has had a lot of injuries over the first half of his NBA career.
Therefore, anytime he leaves a game a lot of fans and media take notice.
Will Guillory of The Athletic added: “Tonight was Zion’s 35th consecutive game in the lineup, the longest streak of healthy games he’s had in his career. The Pels play tomorrow in LA against the Clippers. His streak could be at risk.”
Zion Williamson’s 2025-26 NBA Season
GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – DECEMBER 31: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at United Center on December 31, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Bobby Goddin/Getty Images)
Williamson came into play with averages of 21.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.1 steals per contest while shooting 58.5% from the field and 25.0% from three-point range in 44 games.
He is in his seventh NBA season (all with the Pelicans).
That said, Williamson had yet to appear in an NBA playoff game.
The Lead wrote (last month): “Most seasons averaging 22+ PPG on 58% FG: 4 – Zion Williamson 4 – Nikola Jokic 4 – Shaq 3 – Giannis 3 – Charles Barkley 2 – Kevin McHale 2 – Kareem 2 – Wilt”
GettyNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – DECEMBER 18: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans drives the ball up the court against the Houston Rockets at Smoothie King Center on December 18, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Pelicans 2025-26 NBA Season
GettyNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – FEBRUARY 24: Interim head coach James Borrego of the New Orleans Pelicans calls a play during the second quarter of an NBA game against the Golden State Warriors at Smoothie King Center on February 24, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
The Pelicans are the 14th seed in the Western Conference with a 19-42 record in 61 games.
Despite their struggles, they are in the middle of a four-game winning streak.
Following the Jazz, the Pelicans will play their next game on Sunday when they visit the LA Clippers in California.
GettySALT LAKE CITY, UTAH – FEBRUARY 26: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans battles for the ball with Kevin Love #42 of the Utah Jazz during the second half of a game at Delta Center on February 26, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)
The Pelicans last made the NBA playoffs during the 2024 season when they still had Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum on their roster.
New Orleans Pelicans Make Zion Williamson Announcement During Jazz Game