Zion Williamson drives to the basket during his first game since early November.
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson has been cleared to return to action against Minnesota on Tuesday night after missing 27 games with a left hamstring strain.
“He’s a force on the basketball court and we all know that when he steps on the floor he brings a certain energy to our team,” Pelicans coach Willie Green said before tipoff. “His ability to get to the basket, create open shots, it brings a ton of energy and we’re excited to get him back.
“When he plays at his best, we’re a better team.”
Williamson has played in just six of New Orleans’ 36 games this season,…