New Orleans Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson was diagnosed with a fractured left ring finger and will be sidelined indefinitely, the team announced Friday.
The Pelicans said the severity of the injury was detected during a CT scan. A timetable for his return will be revealed after further evaluation.
Williamson underwent a “series of diagnostic testing” on Thursday prior to the team’s departure for Friday’s game at the Philadelphia 76ers.
The timing of the injury could be a big hindrance as New Orleans (30-36) attempts to chase down the San Antonio Spurs (31-34) for the final play-in spot in the Western Conference. San Antonio has lost five straight entering Friday’s ro…
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