Pelicans vs Celtics: Will Zion Williamson play against Boston Celtics on Friday

Due to a right foot contusion, Zion Williamson is listed as questionable for Friday's game between

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the New Orleans Pelicans and Boston Celtics at 7:30 p.m. (Bally Sports, WRNO 99.5 FM).

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Williamson has missed the previous two games. Williamson's most recent game was on Saturday against Houston at home.

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Kira Lewis Jr. (G League assignment), E.J. Liddell (right knee ACL injury recovery), and Dereon Seabron are listed as out for New Orleans (G League two-way).

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After defeating the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night by a score of 124-110, New Orleans raises its record to 9-6 overall.

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In Week 3, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Washington Commanders, 24-8.

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By a score of 2-0, the New Orleans Pelicans defeat the Bulls in the series.

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On Friday at 7:30, New Orleans (9-6) and the Boston Celtics (12-3) will square off in a non-conference matchup.

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The Pelicans are currently in sixth position in the Western Conference after their victory on Wednesday night.

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The Celtics are in first position in the Eastern Conference coming into Friday after an eight-game winning streak.

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The two clubs will meet for the first time this season on Friday night.

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