Zion Williamson was HISTORICALLY efficient despite the Pelicans' loss. 💪 40 PTS (season-high) 💪 4 REB 💪 4 AST 💪 2 STL 💪 16-21 FGM He's the FIRST player in Pelicans history and the 11th player EVER to score 40+ PTS in under 28 MIN! pic.twitter.com/oXyRc3efqe Each team has released their injury reports for Thursday's matchup.

The Pelicans beat the Kings on Thursday night, but had to do so without Zion Williamson, making life harder for Willie Green.

Two-time NBA All-Star Zion Williamson has dominated when on the court this season, but the New Orleans Pelicans star forward has struggled to stay healthy. Williamson has already missed 36 games this season, leading to a disastrous 12-42 start for the Pelicans.