Pelicans hurt against Jazz: Zion and Ingram losses and injuries

No risk of injury. new orleans pelicanslost the first game of the season 121-122 against a stunning Utah Jazz after overtime last night and saw how Zion Williamson world Brandon Ingram They were unable to finish the match and retired with injuries. Jordan Clarkson He was blocked by Mate’s attempt and sent to the bench with a hip contusion with eight minutes remaining in the fourth quarter.

“It was an unlucky play, my rival played with the ball, fell and hit his back. CJ McCallum, who was watching the play up close, said. Williamson tried to continue the game, but after limping he called for a substitution six seconds later and sat down on the bench. , they suggested he go to the locker room to receive treatment, but he wanted to stay on the front lines.

ZionAlready terrified in preseason when he sprained his ankle 25 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, 2 blocks in 30 minutes of play (10-16 TC) Home games since May 2021. with him McCallumscored 28 goals and 12 assists by 41 minutes, the best of any local team.

Utah lead by 17 points The fourth period before McCallum put the Pelicans ahead with a 3-pointer with a minute left. Clarkson was able to tie and force overtime, having 18 points and 6 assists in the game. Lauri MarkkanenWith 31 points and 12 rebounds, he led the Jazz to an unexpected third straight victory. In full rebuilding, they defend themselves and seem unwilling to succumb to “tanking”. Victor Wenbanyama.

Kelly Olynykwith 20 points and 5 assists, also stood out in Utah, scoring the game winner in a new scoreless game 3.1 seconds after the whistle in overtime. Willie HernangomezThe Eurobasket MVP didn’t play a minute despite the physical setback of the losing team in the second quarter. Brandon Ingram Due to a concussion after colliding with one of his comrades at full speed.