Zion Williamson admits Pelicans are 're-teaching him to walk and run' in injury rehab

1 pick in 2019 NBA Draft, Zion Williamson has failed to make a single appearance for New Orleans Pelicans after undergoing surgery in pre-season to repair  torn meniscus in his right knee. 19-year-old remains er to get back to action with Pelicans. However, his return date remains unkwn.

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Zion Williamson's injury update

Zion Williamson underwent surgery in October 20119 and Pelicans projected his return date to be in six to eight weeks. Although t back yet, Williamson continues to make steady progress in his rehab. During an interview with ESPN.com, he admitted that he trusts Pelicans in ir decision-making regarding his injury. Speaking to Jorge Seda, 19-year-old said that ' Pelicans are trying to re-teach him how to walk and run differently'.

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According to reports, Zion Williamson is indeed back for on-court activities, performing several kinetic movements and running up and down court. However, he is still t cleared to play 3-on-3. While his official return date remains unkwn, New Orleans Pelicans believe he should be back by early 2020. Pelicans are reportedly planning for Williamson to complete two or three practices with team. rate at which Williamson is progressing, he is expected to back for Pelicans around late January.

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New Orleans Pelicans are having a torrid season in NBA, currently sitting second to last with just 9 wins and 23 losses in Western Conference. Pelicans ended ir 15-game winless run on December 24 to beat Portland Trail Blazers before snatching a Christmas Day win over Denver Nuggets. y will be hosting Indiana Pacers next on December 30.

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