New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson returned 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,

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.

The Pelicans are playing the Timberwolves this Tuesday night, but will Zion Williamson make his much-awaited return this evening?

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson is expected to make his return to the court Tuesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves after missing the previous 27 games going into Tuesday night due to a left hamstring strain. The team has upgraded him to available after listing him as questionable following Monday’s practice.

Pelicans forward Zion Williamson will be available to play in tonight's game against the Timberwolves after missing 2 months with a hamstring injury.

The Over stems from a Minnesota inclination. On the second night of a back-to-back, the Timberwolves may not have the legs to be at their absolute best on defense. Last night, they finished the game on a 15-for-30 stretch from beyond the arc after opening 1-for-9. Continuing that hot shooting would also obviously help this Over approach.

The Minnesota Timberwolves (18-17) visit the New Orleans Pelicans (7-29) Tuesday at Smoothie King Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NBA odds around the Timberwolves vs.