With an upcoming matchup against the Boston Celtics, the eight-win Pelicans will need all they can get -- including Williamson on the floor -- to come away with a victory or even play a competitive game.

Zion Williamson has been suspended one game after arriving late to the New Orleans Pelicans' team flight to Philadelphia on Thursday, according to

Here is why the Pelicans have suspended Zion Williamson for Friday night's contest vs. the 76ers in Philadelphia.