Pelicans' Zion Williamson says return vs. Thunder 'realistic'

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Sounding more than just optimistic, New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson said Tuesday that it is "realistic" he can return from a left hamstring injury and join his team in the playoffs.

It is a bold statement, especially when considering the Pelicans are already in a 1-0 first-round hole to the Oklahoma City Thunder, who have home-court advantage. The Thunder, top see