New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson will miss the first game of the 2026-27 NBA season as the team manages his workload on the second night of a back-to-back set. The Pelicans face the Golden State Warriors on Monday after losing to the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.
Williamson is being held out for rest, according to team sources. The decision reflects the organization's cautious approach with the star forward, who has dealt with injuries in previous seasons.
