NBA on ESPN Andrew Lopez says the Pelicans still believe Zion Williamson will return to play this season. "This is not a 'shut him down for the season' type of injury. ... They still feel like he can play basketball this year."

Singer If theres more anticipation than normal for tonights Nuggets preseason opener there is its because Jamal Murray will play NBA basketball for the first time since April 12 2021 and MPJ will return for the first time since Nov 6 2021

Zion Williamson on Michael Jordan: He was my favorite player growing up. The last shot with the Bulls was up there as my favorite MJ memory. He made a defensive play, got the steal off Karl Malone and iced the game. Via Ben Golliver

Ja Morant &amp Zion Williamson Share A Moment Postgame

Zion catches fire from 3 in the 4th with 17 straight points for the Pelicans (Full Sequence)