New Orleans Pelicans fans have waited nearly two months to see their star forward back on the court, and he returned on Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolv

Anthony Edwards highlighted a 32-point performance with seven 3-pointers, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the New Orleans Pelicans 104-97 to take some luster off of Zion Williamson’s return from a 27-game absence.

The Pelicans (7-30) were hoping Williamson’s return could keep the momentum going from the past four days when the team won back-to-back games for just the second time this season.

A recent Zion Williamson report adds another reason to the growing list on why the New Orleans Pelicans could trade him this season.

Pelicans forward Zion Williamson has been ruled out for Wednesday night's game against the Trail Blazers as New Orleans looks to give its star forward additional rest as he continues to work his way back from a left hamstring strain.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson has been ruled out for Wednesday night's game against the Portland Trail Blazers as he continues his comeback from a left hamstring strain. Williamson returned on Tuesday night following a 27-game absence and scored 22 points in a little less than 28 minutes in a 104-97 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Williamson had 22 points and a memorable dunk in a loss to Minnesota, bringing much-needed hope to New Orleans. How long will it last?