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Zion late for flight, suspended 1 game by Pels

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Friday, 10 January 2025 19:58

The New Orleans Pelicans suspended Zion Williamson for one game for a violation of team policies, the team said Friday.

Sources told ESPN's Shams Charania that Williamson was late for Thursday's team flight to Philadelphia ahead of a game Friday night against the 76ers. The Pelicans' traveling party was waiting for a period of time for Williamson to arrive for the flight.

Speaking with reporters Friday night in Philadelphia, New Orleans coach Willie Green said Williamson's lateness to the flight wasn't an isolated incident.

"There were several occasions that led up to this, and that's how we got to this decision," Green said.

Williamson missed Friday night's 123-115 win against the 76ers and will rejoin the Pelicans on Saturday ahead of a game Sunday against the Celtics in Boston, the team said.

In a statement, Williamson acknowledged being late to "team activities" and apologized.

"I take full responsibility for this suspension," he said. "I've worked extremely hard in rehab to get healthy to deliver for this team. There is no excuse for being late to team activities. I have apologized to [Pelicans owner] Mrs. [Gayle] Benson and my teammates and coaches and I also owe an apology to the fans. I can and will be better as a teammate and member of this organization."

Executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin said Williamson failed to meet "team standards."

"His dedication to this organization is of paramount significance to us and to him," Griffin said in a statement. "He has taken accountability for his actions and reaffirmed that commitment to the team today. I'm confident he will continue to evolve positively on and off the floor."

Williamson missed 27 games because of a left hamstring strain before returning Tuesday night and scoring 22 points in a little less than 28 minutes in a 104-97 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

He was rested when the Pelicans played the Portland Trail Blazers the following night.

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