The Pelicans had to issue a suspension but the locker room has been encouraged by Zion Williamson's response to public scolding.

Zion Williamson has another strong performance in his return from his hamstring injury. The two-time all-star scored 24 points and grabbed a season-high 14 rebounds in the win. One of his baskets was a highlight two-handed dunk on Jazz center Drew Eubanks that immediately went viral on social media.

Zion Williamson took the high road after he was suspended for a game by his New Orleans Pelicans. "This is my job, and they were holding me accountable," Williamson explained. "All I can do is be better.

Zion Williamson was suspended one game by the Pelicans for arriving late to the team’s flight to Philadelphia, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania . He’ll miss New Orleans’ Friday night game against the 76ers as a result.

Zion Williamson made a statement amid Stephen A. Smith claiming the All-Star had interest in the Lakers and Knicks

Scottie Pippen shares harsh truths about Zion Williamson’s career, calling for better leadership and a renewed focus off the court.

When healthy, Williamson has shown how dominant he can be, but the Pelicans have failed to capitalize on the 24-year-old star. The Pelicans could look toward a new era and trade their injury-prone star, with many potential suitors likely lining up their offers already.

The New Orleans Pelicans are struggling, sitting 15th in the Western Conference and nearly out of playoff contention. Zion Williamson’s continued absences have drawn strong criticism from six-time NBA champion Scottie Pippen,