The New Orleans Pelicans are set to take on the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday. However, after playing nearly 30 minutes in Friday's contest against the Dallas Mavericks, it appears Zion Williamson was slapped with an injury status for the game against Atlanta.

Reports indicate that the 25-year-old forward is officially ruled out with a left hamstring injury for Saturday's contest against the Hawks, according to NBA Insider Marc Stein. It's said that the decision to sit Zion Williamson is more for injury management, and it doesn't sound like it will be a long-term issue.

“The Pelicans say Zion Williamson (left hamstring injury management) is out tonight against Atlanta after playing nearly 30 minutes Friday night in Dallas.” Article Continues Below

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