On December 17, Beijing time, the 2021-22 NBA regular season continued. Earlier today, Shams reported that Pelicans star Zion received injections to promote healing and will be re-evaluated after 4-6 weeks. That said, when Zion will make a comeback is still unknown and will be absent for at least 4-6 weeks.
Zion reportedly traveled to the Southern California Orthopaedic Institute earlier to meet with medical expert Richard Fikel. After consultation and evaluation, Zion received a biological injection at the site of the fracture to stimulate bone healing in the right foot. Pelicans coach Green said: "I don't need to say anything for him, we've talked about it and the situation is frustrating for everyone. ”
The Pelicans issued an official statement in which they wrote: Zion will be limited to low-risk, partially weight-bearing activities for a long time. Further updates are expected after further imaging within 4-6 weeks. ”
It is worth mentioning that according to a number of previous US media reports, Zion's body has now been seriously out of shape, and its weight may reach 300 pounds.
But Pelicans reporter Andrew Lopez refutes the claim while on espnon, saying, "He's the same shape and weight he is last year, and if he's not wearing a hoodie and those loose clothes, he looks the same as before, just like he did last season's All-Star." ”
Zion has not played this season due to injuries. He made 61 appearances for the Pelicans last season, averaging 33.2 minutes per game, 27 points, 7.2 rebounds and 3.7 assists from the field and shooting 61.1 percent from the field. The Pelicans currently have a record of 9 wins and 21 losses, ranking second from the bottom in the West.