The last time the Minnesota Timberwolves took on the New Orleans Pelicans, just two days prior, they shot themselves in the foot just one too many times on their way to a frustrating and disappointing loss.

The New Orleans Pelicans ruled star forward Zion Williamson out of their game at Minnesota with a bruised lower back.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson has been downgraded to out for Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Minneapolis. Williamson, who is dealing with a low back contusion, scored 29 points on 12-for-16 shooting in the Pelicans' 119-115 win over the Timberwolves on Wednesday.