Zion Williamson was selected by New Orleans as the top overall pick in the NBA draft 209 days ago. The Pelicans have played 41 games, half the regular season, all without their prized rookie. David Griffin, Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations, told reporters Wednesday that the team anticipates Williamson being ready to play Jan. 22 against the San Antonio Spurs at Smoothie King Center. AdvertisementHe averaged 23.3 points on 71.4% shooting in four preseason games with the Pelicans, then sat out the preseason finale because of an injury to the same knee. On Oct. 21, one day before the start of the NBA season, Williamson underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 15, 2020 20:15 UTC