The New Orleans Pelicans have suspended Zion Williamson for one recreation for a violation of group insurance policies, later reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania as being late for a group flight. Williamson will miss Friday’s recreation in opposition to the Philadelphia 76ers and can rejoin the Pelicans on Saturday forward of Sunday’s recreation on the Boston Celtics.
Williamson returned to the Pelicans’ lineup this week in a loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
“This one recreation suspension is a results of failing to satisfy our group requirements,” stated David Griffin. “His dedication to this group is of paramount significance to us and to him. He has taken accountability for his actions and reaffirmed that dedication to the group at present. I’m assured he’ll proceed to evolve positively on and off the ground.”
“I take full accountability for this suspension,” stated Williamson. “I’ve labored extraordinarily onerous in rehab to get wholesome to ship for this group. There isn’t a excuse for being late to group actions. I’ve apologized to Mrs. Benson and my teammates and coaches and I additionally owe an apology to the followers. I can and shall be higher as a teammate and member of this group.”
Chris Haynes added that Williamson has been late for a number of practices this season, which contributed to the suspension.
