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In his first game in months, Zion Williamson hit a free throw early in the third frame to put the Pelicans up eight points Tuesday in New Orleans, as part of an early second-half run in which the

Given the Timberwolves' predominantly blue color scheme, Edwards' bright orange wristband stands out, and for good reason. The new accessory is Edwards' gesture to honor a young fan he recently met. Here's more on Edwards' wristband and why it is so meaningful.

After sitting out 27 games, Zion Williamson returned to the New Orleans Pelicans lineup on Tuesday to face fellow No. 1 pick Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Williamson put on a show, but the Pelicans dropped to a Western Conference-worst 7-30 with a loss to the Timberwolves.

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is bringing joy to fans with his play on the court, as well as his actions off of it. After meeting a young fan with cancer, Edwards exploded for one of his best games of the season while wearing one of his wristbands.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson has been ruled out for their game against the Portland Trail Blazers as he continues his comeback from a left hamstring strain.

NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Zion Williamson scored 22 points Tuesday (Jan. 7) in his first game in two months, but the Pelicans still lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves, 104-97. Anthony Edwards highlighted a 32-point performance with seven 3-pointers to take the luster off Williamson’s return from a 27-game absence.

Anthony Edwards highlighted a 32-point performance with seven 3-pointers, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the New Orleans Pelicans 104-97 on Tuesday night to take some luster off of Zion Williamson's return from a 27-game absence.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson has been cleared to return to action against Minnesota on Tuesday night after missing 27 games with a left hamstring strain.

The Pelicans (7-30) were hoping Williamson’s return could keep the momentum going from the past four days when the team won back-to-back games for just the second time this season.