Zion Williamson was HISTORICALLY efficient despite the Pelicans' loss. 💪 40 PTS (season-high) 💪 4 REB 💪 4 AST 💪 2 STL 💪 16-21 FGM He's the FIRST player in Pelicans history and the 11th player EVER to score 40+ PTS in under 28 MIN! pic.twitter.com/oXyRc3efqe Each team has released their injury reports for Thursday's matchup.

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Keon Ellis hit seven 3-pointers during a 27-point performance, Zach LaVine scored 20 of his 23 points in the second half, and the Sacramento Kings beat the New Orleans Pelicans 119-111

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The Sacramento Kings signed former No. 1 overall draft pick Markelle Fultz for the remainder of the season. The team announced the deal with Fultz on Wednesday night as the Kings seek more depth at point guard after recently trading away star De’Aaron Fox.

If he can stay healthy, this is a solid signing for the Kings. In Orlando, Fultz developed into a respectable rotation guard.

The Kings, in search of a point guard after the departure of De'Aaron Fox, have agreed to a deal with former No. 1 overall pick Markelle Fultz, his agent and attorney told ESPN on Wednesday night.