New Orleans Pelicans fans have waited nearly two months to see their star forward back on the court, and he returned on Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolv

Anthony Edwards highlighted a 32-point performance with seven 3-pointers, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the New Orleans Pelicans 104-97 to take some luster off of Zion Williamson’s return from a 27-game absence.

Zion Williamson made his return to the court Tuesday night following a 27-game absence with a hamstring strain. It was a welcome sight for fans of the New Orleans Pelicans and highlight-reel dunks. But it didn't result in a Pelicans win.