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Zion Williamson returns from hamstring strain in Pelicans’ loss to Nuggets

Zion Williamson
November 2025

Zion Williamson made his comeback for New Orleans with 14 points, six rebounds and five assists in 29 minutes during a 125-118 loss to Denver, offering a vital on-court boost to a Pelicans team that has slumped badly without him. Interim coach James Borrego kept Zion on a managed load in his first game since early November, praising his impact on the team’s spirit and the gravity he created for scorers like rookie Derik Queen, but New Orleans’ 2-13 record underlines how fragile their season remains around his availability.

Pelicans fire Willie Green and hand Borrego the reins after 2-10 collapse

Willie Green and James Borrego (New Orleans Pelicans)
November 2025

The New Orleans Pelicans dismissed head coach Willie Green after a 2-10 opening, installing assistant James Borrego as interim boss while Joe Dumars cited repeated losses in the same manner and a failure to establish nightly effort as key reasons for the decision. Green’s tenure was shaped by Zion Williamson’s recurring injuries and only two first round playoff exits, while Dumars rebuilt the roster with veterans and lottery picks that have yet to gel. Borrego inherits a struggling squad with 70 games left and vows to add toughness and his own imprint immediately.

Pelicans Rookie Derik Queen to Miss Start of Camp After Wrist Surgery

Derik Queen (New Orleans Pelicans)
July 2025

Rookie forward Derik Queen will miss the start of training camp after undergoing surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left wrist, sustained during Summer League action. He’ll be re-evaluated in 12 weeks.
Queen tore his scapholunate ligament during Tuesday’s game and underwent surgery on Friday, performed by Dr. Steven Shin in Los Angeles. Drafted 13th by Atlanta, his rights were acquired by the Pelicans via trade.

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