A predicted trade has the Minnesota Timberwolves trading for versatile defensive New Orleans Pelicans guard Javonte Green.

NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Zion Williamson scored 22 points Tuesday (Jan. 7) in his first game in two months, but the Pelicans still lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves, 104-97. Anthony Edwards highlighted a 32-point performance with seven 3-pointers to take the luster off Williamson’s return from a 27-game absence.

New Orleans Pelicans Power Forward Zion Williamson returned last night against the Minnesota Timberwolves for his first game in over two months. He missed 27 games with a left hamstring strain.

New Orleans Pelicans' Zion Williamson had missed 27 games due to a hamstring strain he suffered in early November, in a 131-122 defeat to the high-flying Cleveland Cavaliers

CJ McCollum scored six of his 45 points in overtime and the New Orleans Pelicans orchestrated the largest comeback in franchise history, overcoming a 25-point deficit to beat Utah Jazz 123-119 on Monday night.

Dallas is stumbling, bumbling, and tumbling towards .500 as their roster continues to fluctuate from game to game due to injury, illness, and player rest. Minnesota, who has proven to be one of the streakier,

Here are some key facts, and how you can watch all the Week 14 action on ESPN in Australia and New Zealand. Fans can tune in to several Week 13 games LIVE across ESPN and ESPN 2, which are available via Foxtel, Kayo Sports, Fetch TV and SKY NZ, while you can also access these games via the ESPN App.

The New Orleans Pelicans reportedly have several intriguing trade chips, but according to People Insider Jake Fischer, Javonte Green is the Pelican that teams should monitor as the February 6 trade deadline approaches.

Scottie Pippen shares harsh truths about Zion Williamson’s career, calling for better leadership and a renewed focus off the court.

Nikola Jokic posted his league-leading 17th triple-double of the season, bundling 24 points with 12 rebounds and 10 assists in the Denver Nuggets' 133-113 road win over the

Angel Reese has been vocal about her Baltimore Ravens fandom, which isn't really a big surprise since she grew up in Maryland. That being said, the WNBA star made sure to show her support for her hometown team on Sunday, as the Ravens played the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round.

Hardy suffered an ankle injury Friday against the Thunder, and that injury will prevent the third-year guard from suiting up Monday. His next chance to play will come against the Timberwolves. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc.