Mark Williams Injury News & Updates

Williams registered 22 points (7-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 7-9 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and two steals in 29 minutes during Monday's 108-105 win over the Timberwolves.

Williams paced the Suns in scoring despite attempting only nine shots from the field. He reached the 20-point threshold by getting to the charity stripe for a team-high nine attempts, which also marks a new season high. Williams, Collin Gillespie and Dillon Brooks were all asked to take on more of the offensive load Monday without Devin Booker (groin), but that could change as early as Wednesday against the Thunder with Booker's return looming.

Wiliams (calf) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Lakers.

Williams missed Saturday's game against the Nuggets due to right calf soreness, but he will return to the lineup Monday. Over his last five appearances, Williams is averaging 16.4 points, 11.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.4 steals in 25.4 minutes per contest.

Williams (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Williams is dealing with right calf soreness and won't suit up against Denver. His next opportunity to play will come Monday against the Lakers. With the big man sidelined, Nick Richards and Oso Ighodaro are candidates for increased roles.

Williams (calf) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.

Williams is working through right calf soreness, which puts him in jeopardy of missing Saturday's home game. If he's unable to play, then Oso Ighodaro and Nick Richards would be the top candidates to start at center.

Williams chipped in 13 points (5-9 FG, 3-3 FT) and 14 rebounds in 22 minutes during Friday's 123-119 loss to the Thunder.

The fourth-year center produced his third straight double-double and seventh of the season in 17 games. Williams has been sitting out the second contest of the Suns' back-to-back sets this season to try and keep him healthy, and the plan seems to be paying dividends. Over his last 11 starts, he's averaging 13.6 points, 9.3 boards, 1.4 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.7 blocks while shooting 67.0 percent from the floor in 25.9 minutes a game.

Williams provided 21 points (9-12 FG, 3-5 FT), 16 rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 112-100 win over the Kings.

Williams was projected to perform well with Domantas Sabonis (knee) out for the Kings, but his best rebound total and second-highest point total of the season were a bit of a surprise. Williams' shot volume has granted him six double-doubles so far this season, and his production has become instrumental to the Suns' success.

Williams is in the Suns' starting lineup against the Kings on Wednesday, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Williams was cleared to play Wednesday after sitting out of Monday's game against the Kings due to right knee injury management. Across 10 games since Nov. 2, Williams has averaged 12.3 points on 66.7 percent shooting, 7.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.9 blocks over 25.9 minutes per game.

Williams (knee) has been cleared to play Wednesday against the Kings.

Williams was held out of Monday's matchup due to right knee injury management. However, he'll be a full go for Wednesday and is averaging 13.2 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks over his last five games.

Williams (rest) will not play Monday against the Rockets.

Monday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, and Williams hasn't been cleared for those yet as the Suns continue to exercise caution. During Sunday's game against the Spurs, Williams posted 14 points (6-8 FG, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 29 minutes. Nick Richards and Oso Ighodaro are likely to absorb some minutes in Williams' absence Monday.

Williams racked up 14 points (6-8 FG, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 29 minutes during Sunday's 111-102 win over the Spurs.

The double-double was Williams' first since Nov. 6, snapping a six-game stretch in which he hadn't managed to pull down more than eight boards. The fourth-year center has five double-doubles in 15 games to begin his first season with the Suns, averaging 12.3 points, 8.4 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 0.9 blocks in 25.4 minutes a contest while shooting 64.0 percent from the floor.

Williams notched 19 points (6-9 FG, 7-8 FT), eight rebounds, one steal, one block and one turnover in 26 minutes during Friday's 114-113 win over the Timberwolves.

Williams is quietly having a top-60 season with averages of 12.2 points on 63.2 percent shooting from the floor and 78.7 percent at the line to go with 8.1 rebounds, 1.3 steals, 0.9 blocks and just 0.9 turnovers per contest. If he can just manage to stay healthy this season, he could be on a lot of winning fantasy teams.

Williams supplied 15 points (7-9 FG, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals in 21 minutes during Tuesday's 127-110 victory over the Trail Blazers.

The Suns spread the minutes out between Williams and Oso Ighodaro in the win, although most of Ighodaro's minutes came in the second half with a secure lead. The Suns are utilizing the tactic of resting Williams in back-to-back contests, so we may see him take a game off in the upcoming back-to-back set this weekend.

Williams (rest) is off the Suns' injury report for Sunday's game against the Hawks.

After sitting out Thursday's win over the Pacers -- the second leg of a back-to-back set -- Williams is set to return Sunday. With the big man back in the lineup, Nick Richards is expected to slide back to the bench. Over his last five outings, Williams has averaged 12.0 points, 8.4 rebounds, 1.6 steals and 1.4 assists in 26.0 minutes per contest.

Williams (rest) will not play Thursday against the Pacers.

Thursday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, so Williams will get the night for maintenance. During Wednesday's game against Dallas, Williams produced 10 points (5-6 FG), four rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals over 26 minutes. Guys like Nick Richards, Oso Ighodaro and Khaman Maluach could be more involved as a result of this news.

Williams totaled 10 points (5-6 FG), four rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals over 26 minutes during Wednesday's 123-114 victory over the Mavericks.

The fourth-year center produced a season-low rebounding total, but Williams made up for it by delivering multiple blocks and steals in the same game for the first time in 2025-26. The former Hornet has been making an impact defensively since moving into the starting five, and over eight straight starts he's averaging 12.0 points, 8.5 boards, 1.3 assists 1.6 steals and 1.1 blocks while shooting 62.7 percent from the floor.

Williams produced 19 points (7-9 FG, 5-5 FT), six rebounds and two steals over 29 minutes during Saturday's 114-103 victory over the Clippers.

Making his sixth straight start, Williams tied his season low in rebounding but remained productive on the defensive end as he snagged multiple steals for the fourth time this season. The 23-year-old center is averaging 14.0 points, 9.7 boards, 1.7 steals, 1.2 assists and 0.8 blocks in 27.0 minutes a game as part of the starting five, and while Suns coach Jordan Ott is still searching for a lineup he likes, Williams seems to be establishing himself as a consistent piece of the puzzle.

Williams (illness) is available for Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Williams was initially listed as questionable for Saturday's game due to an illness, but the fourth-year pro has been cleared to play. He has started in each of the Suns' last five games and has averaged 13.0 points, 10.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.6 steals and 1.0 blocks over 26.6 minutes per game over that span.

Williams (illness) is questionable to play in Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Williams is dealing with an illness, which could sideline him. The team will likely turn to Oso Ighodaro, Nick Richards and Khaman Maluach if Williams is ruled out.

Williams contributed 13 points (4-8 FG, 5-6 FT), 10 rebounds and two steals across 28 minutes during Thursday's 115-102 victory over the Clippers.

Williams turned in yet another strong showing across the board, notching his second double-double in as many games. He's posted four double-doubles through eight appearances this season and should continue to be a consistent source of points and rebounds now that he's officially taken over the starting center role.

Williams ended with 16 points (6-12 FG, 4-5 FT), 16 rebounds, four assists and one steal across 27 minutes during Tuesday's 118-107 loss to the Warriors.

Williams recorded his third double-double of the season during the loss, and enjoyed a season-high 16 rebounds against the Warriors. Although his shooting stroke at the charity line needs some work, he has converted 57.6 percent from the floor over his first seven games of the season.

Williams registered 20 points (9-12 FG, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, one block and four steals in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 114-113 loss to the Grizzlies.

Williams supplanted Oso Ighodaro in the starting lineup and transformed Phoenix's interior game in the process. He excelled in the role he seemed destined to acquire, and the move should be a permanent one. Nick Richards was already benched in favor of Ighodaro, and he's now at the bottom of the depth chart at the position.

Williams is part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies, Shane Young of Forbes.com reports.

Williams will make his first start of the 2025-26 season after coming off the bench in his first three games of the campaign. The center has been ramping up after he missed the entire preseason due to injury. He played 31 minutes in his most recent game, logging 25 points and 11 rebounds. Oso Ighodaro will retreat to the bench.

Williams closed with 25 points (9-14 FG, 7-9 FT), 11 rebounds and two steals in 31 minutes during Monday's 138-134 overtime loss to Utah.

Williams had easily his best game of the season, recording a double-double, despite still coming off the bench. It's been a slow ramp-up for Williams, having played in three of the four games, coming off the bench in all three. However, given he logged 31 minutes in this one, all signs point to him entering the starting lineup sooner rather than later.

Williams is not listed on the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Jazz.

Williams missed Saturday's game, which was the second half of a back-to-back set, due to a right knee issue, as he will be load-managed throughout the season. He will return to action Monday against Utah. In two appearances, Williams has averaged 4.0 points, 8.5 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 19.0 minutes per contest.

Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.

Williams will continue to be load-managed throughout the 2025-26 seasaon, with the team going with a cautious approach with the Duke product. The squad will likely lean on Oso Ighodaro.

Williams finished Wednesday's 120-116 victory over the Kings with six points (3-5 FG), 11 rebounds and two blocks in 24 minutes.

As expected, Williams was limited to 24 minutes during Opening Night, but he looked good and was productive, despite coming off the bench. It's unclear if the veteran will supplant Oso Ighodaro as the starting center moving forward. However, Williams proved Wednesday that he doesn't need a full allotment of minutes to flirt with a double-double and rack up a few blocks.

Williams isn't part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Kings.

Williams will play just 20-24 minutes in the contest, and part of his limitations include coming off the bench. The 23-year-old center didn't play in the preseason, and the Suns are continuing to ease him along. Oso Ighodaro will start at center Wednesday.

Williams will play somewhere between 20 and 24 minutes during Wednesday's game against Sacramento, John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM reports.

Head coach Jordan Ott indicated Williams would have a "target number" for minutes in the season opener, and it looks as though the talented young center will see a workload of 20-24 minutes. The 23-year-old has dealt with a plethora of injuries since entering the NBA in 2022, and he's appeared in just 106 games through three seasons as a result. Phoenix will look to ease Williams into the 2025-26 season, likely with the hope of keeping Williams healthy throughout a long campaign. Even with the minutes restriction, Williams is a double-double threat. He averaged 15.3 points and 10.2 rebounds across 26.6 minutes per game in 2024-25.

Head coach Jordan Ott said Williams (undisclosed) will have a "target number" during Wednesday's season opener against the Kings, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Williams was held out of the preseason in order to prepare for the season opener. The team's coaching staff appears to be taking a cautious approach as they head into the 2025-26 campaign.

Williams (undisclosed) is expected to be ready for the start of the regular season, John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM reports.

Williams is slated to continue participating in team scrimmages in preparation for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Kings. The big man has yet to reach the 50-game threshold in any of his first three seasons, though he's on track to begin this year with a clean bill of health.

Williams (undisclosed) has progressed to going through 5-on-5 work, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Williams will continue to be held out through Tuesday's preseason finale with an undisclosed injury, but the fact that he's getting through 5-on-5 work is an encouraging sign regarding his status for opening night. While health is a concern, Williams' enormous upside makes him an intriguing player to gamble on as you approach the 80-range on draft day.

Williams (undisclosed) has progressed to doing some light scrimmages, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Williams isn't expected to play during the preseason, with the team targeting the season opener against the Kings on October 22 for his return. Phoenix is treading lightly with Williams due to his injury history.

Williams (undisclosed) is expected not to play in China or the rest of the preseason, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

The team is targeting the regular-season opener on Oct. 22 against the Kings to make his debut. Williams is on an intentional plan to gear up for the opener.

Williams (undisclosed) did not play in Friday's preseason game against the Nets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Along with Jalen Green (hamstring), Williams watched this game in street clothes. The Suns are treading lightly with Williams given his injury history, and he's now missed both preseason games so far. With how cautious the team is being, this could certainly be viewed as a red flag for fantasy purposes. Williams' next chance to play comes Sunday in a rematch against the Nets.

Williams will be held out of the Suns' preseason opener against the Lakers on Friday, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Due to Williams' extensive injury history, Phoenix is treading lightly with their new center. The team will continue to evaluate Williams to prepare him for the 2025-26 campaign, making his status for the remainder of the preseason uncertain.

Williams was traded to the Suns during Wednesday's draft, with the Hornets receiving the No. 29 pick and a 2029 first-round pick, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

The Suns also drafted a center in Khaman Maluach, whose immense development has impressed scouts, but he may not yet be ready for a starting role on a Suns team still trying to compete. Williams being dealt from the Hornets felt inevitable after last season's trade to the Lakers at the deadline was reversed due to his failed physical. It's true that the center has had trouble staying healthy, appearing in just 106 career games after being drafted No. 15 overall in 2022. Still, he's been productive when available. Williams is coming off his best season, averaging 15.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.2 blocks in 26.6 minutes. This trade doesn't project to impact his fantasy value massively, and he'll head into next season with the same tantalizing upside and health questions he's had in prior years.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Boston.

Williams will miss Sunday's regular-season finale while he continues to manage a left foot injury, which opens the door for Moussa Diabate (illness), Jusuf Nurkic and Taj Gibson to see increased playing time. Williams will end his third season in Charlotte averaging 15.3 points on 60.4 percent shooting, 10.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.2 blocks in 26.6 minutes per game across 44 outings (41 starts).

Williams closed Friday's 130-94 loss to Boston with 10 points (5-12 FG), 12 rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals in 24 minutes.

Williams grabbed a game-high 12 boards Friday and came away with his 21st double-double of the season. He has averaged 13.7 points, 10.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.3 blocks over 29.2 minutes per game over his last 10 outings. The third-year center will look to finish the regular season on a high note in Sunday's rematch against the Celtics.

Williams (foot) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Celtics.

After missing Wednesday's game to manage his foot injury, Williams will be back on the floor Friday. The rising star has been playing at a high level over the last five games, averaging 16.4 points, 10.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game while shooting 70.8 percent from the field.

Williams (rest) will not play Wednesday against the Raptors.

Miles Bridges (hip) is also being held out for the second leg of this back-to-back set. With Williams on the shelf, Jusuf Nurkic and Moussa Diabate will likely soak up the bulk of the center minutes Wednesday.

Williams chipped in 22 points (7-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-9 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Sunday's 131-117 loss to Chicago.

Williams returned Sunday after missing Friday's contest with a back injury, going on to lead all Charlotte players in scoring and rebounds while finishing one board short of a double-double. Williams has surpassed the 20-point mark in 10 contests this season, pairing nine or more rebounds in all 10 of those outings. He secured his first game with 20 or more points since last doing so March 10.

Williams (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Bulls.

Williams has been upgraded from questionable to available and will suit up after missing Friday's 125-102 loss to the Kings. The big man has appeared in only 11 of Charlotte's last 16 games, but when available, he's been productive, averaging 15.2 points, 11.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.4 blocks and 0.8 steals in 28.5 minutes per game.

Williams (back) has been listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bulls.

After missing Friday's game against the Kings, Williams is in danger of missing a second straight game due to a back issue. If he cannot play against Chicago, the Hornets will likely turn to Jusuf Nurkic, Moussa Diabate and Taj Gibson to help shoulder the load in the frontcourt.

Williams (back) is out for Friday's game versus the Kings.

Williams has been downgraded from probable all the way to out Friday due to muscle spasms in his back. Jusuf Nurkic, Moussa Diabate and Taj Gibson are all candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Williams' next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Chicago.

Williams (back) is now listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Kings.

Williams has been downgraded from probable to questionable Friday due to muscle spasms in his back. If Williams is further downgraded to out, Jusuf Nurkic and Moussa Diabate will likely receive increased playing time.

Williams (back) has been listed as probable for Friday's game against the Kings.

Williams is trending toward playing in Friday's game against Sacramento despite dealing with a back issue. The talented young big man has recorded a double-double in three straight games as he continues to put up strong numbers on a nightly basis for the Hornets.

Williams finished Wednesday's 119-105 loss to the Pacers with 16 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 12 rebounds and one assist across 32 minutes.

Williams was efficient as a shooter and crashed the glass efficiently en route to his third straight double-double. The big man has been one of the best players for the Hornets since the All-Star break, racking up 12 double-doubles across 18 starts and averaging a solid line of 15.2 points, 11.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.3 blocks per game in that span. If healthy, Williams should be a franchise cornerstone for the Hornets.

Williams closed Monday's 110-106 victory over the Jazz with 18 points (8-9 FG, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds and one assist over 34 minutes.

Williams returned to action after missing the previous game due to rest purposes. He ended the game with his third straight double-double, continuing his strong finish to the season. Although the Hornets' season has been far from positive, the fact Williams has been relatively healthy is a win for the organization. Assuming he remains is Charlotte, he should be locked in as a key piece moving forward.

Williams (rest) is good to go for Monday's game against the Jazz.

After resting Sunday against the Pelicans, Williams will likely reprise his usual role against the Jazz. That means Jusuf Nurkic will likely shift back to the bench Monday. Over Williams' last five appearances, he's averaged 12.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.0 blocks in 27.8 minutes.

Williams (rest) will not play Sunday against New Orleans.

As per usual, Williams will be held out of the opening leg of this back-to-back set. For now, the expectation is that Williams will be back in the lineup Monday against the Jazz. In the meantime, Jusuf Nurkic and Moussa Diabate will likely soak up the bulk of the frontcourt minutes for Charlotte.

Williams racked up eight points (4-7 FG), 13 rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 28 minutes during Tuesday's 111-104 loss to the Magic.

Williams wasn't much of an offensive weapon for the Hornets, but he made his presence felt on the glass and recorded double-digit boards for the sixth time over his last eight outings. A bit more consistency on the scoring side of things would be a boost for the Hornets, but overall, Williams has been getting the job done on both ends of the court. Over that aforementioned eight-game stretch, Williams is averaging 14.4 points, 10.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists and a combined 2.9 steals-plus-blocks per contest.

Williams (foot) is not on the injury report and should be available for Sunday's game against the Heat.

Williams didn't play in the 141-106 blowout loss to the Thunder, but he should be ready to return to the hardwood for Sunday's matchup against a reeling Heat team. Williams has started in each of his 13 appearances since the All-Star break and is averaging a robust line of 15.3 points, 11.0 rebounds and 1.5 blocks across 27.5 minutes per game.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Williams will miss the second half of the club's back-to-back set due to left foot injury management. The big man's next opportunity to play will come Sunday against Miami. Moussa Diabate and Jusuf Nurkic should handle the workload at center due to Williams being sidelined.

Williams logged 19 points (8-14 FG, 3-3 FT), 14 rebounds, four assists and three blocks across 31 minutes during Thursday's 115-98 win over New York.

Williams bounced back admirably in this game, as the big man had posted a mere stat line of four points, five rebounds and five assists across 23 minutes in a loss to the Hawks on Tuesday, and he notched an impressive outing while contributing in this shocking win over the Knicks. Williams has recorded double-digit boards in 11 games as well, so he remains a player capable of contributing in more areas than just scoring.

Williams posted four points (1-3 FG, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists, two blocks and two steals in 23 minutes during Tuesday's 134-102 loss to Atlanta.

Williams was quiet on the offensive end in the loss, tying his lowest scoring output on the season, despite playing double-digit minutes. On the bright side, the big man recorded multiple blocks and steals for just the third time in 35 regular-season appearances. Additionally, Williams logged at least five assists for the fifth time this season.

Williams supplied 18 points (9-15 FG), 15 rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal across 25 minutes during Sunday's 123-88 loss to the Clippers.

It was the 16th double-double of the year for Williams, who led the Hornets in scoring and rebounding Sunday. The 2022 first-rounder tends to sit out one leg of back-to-back sets, but he's been exceptional when available in March. Over his last seven contests, Williams has averaged 16.9 points, 11.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.4 blocks and 1.0 steals in 28.2 minutes while shooting 69.4 percent from the field.

Williams logged 24 points (9-13 FG, 6-7 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals over 29 minutes during Monday's 105-102 win over the Heat.

Williams returned from a two-game absence due to a foot injury and not only recorded a double-double, but he filled the stat sheet admirably and notched at least two tallies in each of the five major categories. Williams has been productive since his proposed trade to the Lakers got rescinded in early February. The big man is averaging 16.3 points, 10.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.4 blocks per game since the end of the All-Star break.

Williams (foot) isn't listed on Charlotte's injury report for Monday's game against the Heat.

Williams missed both halves of Charlotte's recent back-to-back set but will return to action Monday. Over his last five appearances, Williams has averaged 17.2 points, 12.2 rebounds and 1.8 blocks in 29.0 minutes per game.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nets.

Williams will miss a second consecutive game for Charlotte while managing his left foot injury. Charlotte will be thin in the frontcourt, with Jusuf Nurkic (neck) likely not playing in this game either. Moussa Diabate, Taj Gibson and Tidjane Salaun will likely see a boost in minutes Saturday against Brooklyn.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.

Williams continues to manage a left foot issue and is likely sitting out the first game of a back-to-back as a precaution. Jusuf Nurkic (back) will likely see a boost in minutes if he's cleared, as the veteran big man is currently listed as probable for Friday.

Williams finished with 24 points (11-14 FG, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal across 34 minutes during Saturday's 113-100 loss to the Wizards.

Williams posted a third straight double-double, and the big man continues to play at a high level after his trade to the Lakers before the Feb. 6 deadline was rescinded. Williams is averaging 16.4 points, 10.8 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game since the All-Star break, and a strong argument could be made to say he's been the team's second-best player in that stretch behind LaMelo Ball.

Williams finished with 26 points (10-18 FG, 6-7 FT), 16 rebounds, three assists and one block over 31 minutes during Thursday's 103-96 loss to the Mavericks.

Williams capitalized on a depleted Mavericks frontcourt by registering his 10th double-double of the season and scoring a game-high 26 points Thursday. The star big man has been rolling since the middle of January, as evidenced by his averages of 18.4 points, 11.6 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.4 blocks in 30.0 minutes while shooting 54.4 percent from the field across his last 14 appearances. As long as he stays healthy, Williams should continue playing a featured role in the middle for the injury-ravaged Hornets.

Williams provided 12 points (6-12 FG), 12 rebounds and three blocks across 25 minutes during Tuesday's 128-92 loss to the Warriors.

Williams was the top rebounder of the game, but poor results from his first-unit teammates sealed the team's fate Tuesday. Since failing to move at the trade deadline after the Lakers negated the deal, Williams' future has been in limbo. Between Williams and the newly-acquired Jusuf Nurkic, the team will likely settle on starting Williams as they limp to the finish, provided he stays healthy.

Williams (foot) is available for Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

As expected, Williams will be back in the mix after resting for the front end of this back-to-back set. Williams' return will likely push Jusuf Nurkic to the bench, and Moussa Diabate may find minutes hard to come by. Williams is averaging just 10.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals over his last two games.

Williams has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Kings due to left foot injury management.

With the Hornets beginning their back-to-back set Monday, Williams will be held out of the first leg in order to manage his left foot injury but should be available for the second leg Tuesday against the Warriors. He's played two games for the Hornets since his trade to the Lakers was rescinded and has averaged 10.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals over 25.0 minutes per game over that span. Jusuf Nurkic and Moussa Diabate should both see increased playing time Monday due to Williams' absence.

Williams (conditioning) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against Portland.

Williams did not play in the second game of the Hornets' back-to-back set Thursday against the Nuggets due to conditioning, but he has been given the all clear to play Saturday. Williams is averaging 15.3 points, 9.6 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.1 blocks over 25.2 minutes per game this season.

Williams (conditioning) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Nuggets.

Williams will be sidelined for the second game of a back-to-back on the road Thursday against the Nuggets. The 22-year-old big man missed six games before playing in Wednesday's win against the Lakers in Los Angeles, where he came one rebound shy of a double-double with 10 points, nine boards and two assists. The Hornets will likely turn to Moussa Diabate, who will likely help shoulder the load in the frontcourt.

Williams registered 10 points (3-7 FG, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds and two assists across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 100-97 win over the Lakers.

Williams returned to the Hornets rotation after his trade to the Lakers was canceled due to a failed physical, and the big man responded by finishing just one board shy of a double-double against the team that would've been his new squad had the trade gone through. It's unclear if Williams will be able to play regularly in the upcoming weeks of the regular season, but when he does, he's a safe bet to record a double-double virtually every time he steps on the floor.

Williams (conditioning) is available for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.

After missing four consecutive games, Williams has been expectedly upgraded from probable to available Wednesday following a rescinded trade to the Lakers and his subsequent return-to-play conditioning. Given that the 23-year-old big man was not dealing with an injury, he shouldn't face a strict minutes restriction against Los Angeles. Over his last 10 appearances for the Hornets, Williams has averaged 20.0 points, 12.1 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.5 blocks in 31.5 minutes.

Williams is listed as probable for Wednesday's game versus the Lakers due to return to play reconditioning.

Williams was initially set to be traded to the Lakers but the deal was rescinded after the 22-year-old big man failed his physical. Now that he's back with Charlotte, Williams is expected to make his first appearance since Feb. 3 and should reclaim the starting center job.

Williams has returned to Charlotte to rejoin the Hornets in the aftermath of the rescinded trade with the Lakers, James Plowright of CLTure.org reports.

After a seemingly tense situation with the Hornets due to the trade with the Lakers falling apart amid a failed physical, Williams could be ready to continue his stint with Charlotte. However, the struggling franchise's plans for the seven-footer are uncertain, making his timetable to return to the floor unclear. The 22-year-old big man is averaging career-high numbers in points (15.6), assists (2.5) and blocks (1.2) per game while shooting a career-best 78 percent from the free-throw line.

Despite being left off the injury report that Charlotte released, Williams won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Magic.

Williams will continue to sit out Wednesday while Charlotte attempts to challenge the findings from the 23-year-old big man's physical that caused the trade that would've sent him to Los Angeles to be rescinded. Until the matter is resolved, Moussa Diabate (eye) should continue to start with Taj Gibson and Jusuf Nurkic competing for backup center minutes.

Williams isn't on the injury report for Wednesday's game versus the Magic.

Williams was set to be traded from Charlotte to the Lakers before Los Angeles identified multiple concerns with the 23-year-old big man's physical, causing the deal to be rescinded. However, the Hornets are attempting to dispute these findings, as evidenced by Wednesday's injury report, they believe Williams to be fully healthy. Regardless, it remains unclear if Williams will receive any playing time while the matter is still being resolved.

The Hornets have been in contact with the NBA and have disputed the Lakers' failed physical assessment of Williams, which resulted in last week's agreed-upon trade between the two teams being rescinded, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

The trade was officially rescinded Saturday, after the Lakers identified multiple concerns with Williams' physical. Since the trade deadline had already passed, the two teams were unable to alter terms of the deal, resulting in Williams heading back to Charlotte while the Lakers retained Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, their 2031 first-round pick and a 2030 first-round pick swap. Williams hasn't played for the Hornets and Knecht and Reddish haven't played for the Lakers since the trade was rescinded, and all three players appear likely to remain inactive until the league office offers a resolution to the matter.

Williams (not with team) is listed as out for Monday's game against the Nets.

Though he'll remain with the Hornets after his trade to the Lakers was rescinded Saturday when Los Angeles identified multiple concerns with the center's physical, Williams has not joined Charlotte for its ongoing road trip. Charlotte has yet to offer any indication that the Lakers' concerns about Williams' medical record is anything that will keep the 23-year-old from playing in games, but his availability will be up in the air until he joins back up with the Hornets on the road trip. After Monday, the Hornets will travel to Orlando for a matchup with the Magic before heading into the All-Star break.

Williams (trade rescinded) has not joined the Hornets in Detroit for Sunday's game, and his status for Monday's game in Brooklyn remains unclear, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

The trade sending Williams to the Lakers in exchange for Dalton Knecht and Cam Reddish was rescinded Saturday due to issues with Williams' physical. The third-year big man averaged 15.6 points, 9.6 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.2 blocks in 25.0 minutes across 23 games (20 starts) for the Hornets before the trade deadline, and when available again, he'll likely operate as the starting center ahead of Moussa Diabate and Jusuf Nurkic.

The trade between the Lakers and Hornets involving Williams, Dalton Knecht and Cam Reddish was rescinded Saturday, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

McMenamin added that the Lakers said the trade fell through because the Hornets failed to satisfy a condition of the deal. source relays that because the deadline has passed, the trade was not allowed to be amended. Williams returns to the Hornets, but he likely won't be available for Sunday's game in Detroit. When available again, he'll likely operate as the starting center ahead of Moussa Diabate and Jusuf Nurkic. Knecht and Reddish return to Los Angeles.

Williams (trade pending) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Packers, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Williams was traded by the Hornets to the Lakers on Thursday, but he will not be able to make his debut with his new team Saturday as the trade is still pending, per Khobi Price of The Orange County Register. Jaxson Hayes should continue to start for the Lakers until Williams is officially cleared to make his debut, and his next opportunity to do so is Monday against the Jazz.

Williams (trade pending) has been listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Pacers, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Williams was dealt to the Lakers ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline in a deal involving Los Angeles sending Dalton Knecht and Cam Reddish to the Hornets. However, the 22-year-old big man might not make his debut with his new team Saturday against the Pacers with the trade still pending. If he isn't cleared, Los Angeles will likely start Jaxson Hayes at the center position.

The Hornets traded Williams to the Lakers on Wednesday for Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a first-round pick and a pick swap, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Williams will function as an Anthony Davis replacement, and he should immediately step into the starting center role once available. One of the most promising young centers in the NBA, Williams has one year left on his rookie contract, but appears to be in the Lakers long-term plans alongside the recently-acquired Luka Doncic (calf). In 25.0 minutes per game this season, Williams is averaging 16.0 points, 9.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.2 blocks.

Williams supplied 23 points (7-12 FG, 9-10 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 32 minutes during Monday's 124-114 loss to the Wizards.

Williams recorded his second straight 20-point double-double Monday and was the Hornets' second-leading scorer behind Miles Bridges and Nick Smith (24 each). Williams has missed three of the Hornets' last six games due to left foot injury management, but he's been effective since making his 2024-25 regular-season debut in early December. He has averaged 19.3 points on 56.8 percent shooting. 12.0 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.8 blocks over 30.6 minutes per game since the beginning of January.

Williams is in the Hornets' starting lineup against the Nuggets on Saturday.

Williams will return Saturday from a two-game absence due to a left foot injury and will replace Taj Gibson in the starting five. Williams averaged 18.9 points, 11.5 rebounds and 2.9 assists over 30.3 minutes per game in January.

Updating a previous report, Williams (foot) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus the Nuggets.

Williams will return to action Saturday after missing Charlotte's previous two contests due to left foot tendon injury management. The 22-year-old big man should reclaim the starting center job from Taj Gibson. Williams is averaging 18.9 points, 11.5 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.3 blocks in 30.3 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

Williams (foot) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Nuggets.

Williams is set to miss his third consecutive outing Saturday due to left foot tendon injury management. Per Rod Boone, coach Charles Lee said Friday that Williams' absence from the lineup is about managing his long-term health, so it appears to be a precautionary measure. The 22-year-old center's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Washington.

Williams (foot) won't play in Friday's game versus the Clippers.

Williams will miss his second straight contest due to left foot tendon injury management Friday. Taj Gibson will likely draw another start in his absence. It wouldn't be surprising for Williams to return to action for the second leg of Charlotte's back-to-back Saturday against Denver.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nets.

The Hornets continue to manage Williams' playing time due to foot issues, and his next chance to suit up will come Friday against the Clippers. With the big man sidelined, Moussa Diabate and Taj Gibson are candidates for increased roles. Williams has appeared in five of the club's last six outings, during which he has averaged 19.2 points, 11.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.0 steals in 32.0 minutes per contest.

Williams is off the Hornets' injury report for Monday's matchup versus the Lakers.

Williams sat out of Saturday's win over the Pelicans due to right foot tendon injury management, though he has been cleared to face off against the Lakers on Monday at home. The big man has averaged 23.2 points, 12.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.2 steals in 32.6 minutes per contest over his last five appearances.

Williams won't play in Saturday's game versus the Pelicans due to right foot tendon injury management.

Williams will sit out the second leg of Charlotte's back-to-back Saturday. Moussa Diabate and Taj Gibson are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Williams' next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with the Lakers.

Williams recorded 38 points (14-18 FG, 10-13 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 132-120 loss to the Grizzlies.

Williams pulverized his previous career-high mark of 31 points, established in a Jan. 15 win over the Jazz, and the big man is going through the most productive stretch of his career. He's averaging 25.0 points and 14.0 rebounds per game over his last five outings, a span in which he's recorded four double-doubles, and he continues to show why he can be among the most productive big men in the NBA as long as he remains healthy. That has been an issue, though, as Williams has been limited to only 18 games (15 starts) in 2024-25 and 80 total appearances during his three-year career in The Association.

Williams accumulated 13 points (5-14 FG, 3-4 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal across 30 minutes during Monday's 110-105 victory over the Mavericks.

Williams was a strong presence in the paint for Charlotte in Monday's contest, leading all Hornets in rebounds and blocks while finishing as the lone player with a double-double in a winning effort. Williams has recorded a double-double in six outings this season, doing so now in four straight outings.

Williams logged 19 points (9-17 FG, 1-2 FT), 19 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 33 minutes during Friday's 125-123 victory over the Bulls.

Williams is starting to heat up and has taken full control of Charlotte's frontcourt following Nick Richards' departure. The Duke product amassed a season-high 19 rebounds in the victory, and has hit the double-double milestone in five of his last six games.

Williams (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Bulls.

Seeing Williams in the injury report is always complicated, but the big man will be available and should handle his regular workload at center in what figures to be a promising matchup against the Bulls. Williams is averaging 18.6 points, 11.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game since the beginning of January.

Williams is probable for Friday's game against the Bulls with left knee soreness.

It's always a concern when Williams is placed on the injury report, given his history, but the probable tag suggests that this is a mild issue. With Charlotte trading away Nick Richards, Williams could offer a higher floor in fantasy leagues from now on.

Williams racked up 31 points (12-14 FG, 7-10 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals across 36 minutes during Wednesday's 117-112 victory over the Jazz.

With Nick Richards being traded to Phoenix, Williams no longer has to split playing time at center. Williams capitalized during his first game in this enhanced role by logging a season-high 31 points and 36 minutes. Across his last 10 outings, the 22-year-old big man is averaging 16.9 points, 10.4 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 26.0 minutes while shooting 65.3 percent from the field.

Williams had 24 points (9-12 FG, 6-10 FT), 16 rebounds, four assists and one block over 29 minutes during Sunday's 120-113 loss to the Suns.

Williams missed just three shots from the field and grabbed a season-high mark in rebounds, but his excellent two-way effort wasn't enough to avoid the loss Sunday. This was Williams' third double-double of the season, and while injuries have limited him to just 14 appearances so far in 2024-25, he's been very productive when available. He should remain a solid fantasy alternative as long as he remains healthy.

Williams finished Sunday's 115-105 loss to the Cavaliers with 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 28 minutes.

Williams is starting to get his legs under him and his workload is trending up with three straight games in which he's eclipsed 28 minutes. He's been very productive as well, averaging 16.3 points, 10.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.7 blocks in that span. It required some patience, but Williams' fantasy managers are starting to see some nice dividends.

Williams closed with 20 points (9-9 FG, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists, three blocks and two steals in 31 minutes during Monday's 115-108 overtime loss to the Bulls.

Williams couldn't miss despite the loss, scoring a season-high 20 points m while remaining perfect from both the field and the charity stripe. Williams also saw upwards of 30 minutes for the first time this season, a sign that he is nearing full health after an extended injury layoff. Over the past two weeks, Williams is averaging 15.2 points, 9.4 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 2.0 combined steals and blocks in just 23.6 minutes per game.

Williams (thumb) closed Saturday's 106-94 loss to the Thunder with 12 points (4-9 FG, 4-5 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one block over 22 minutes.

Williams was questionable to play Saturday with a thumb injury, but he was able to suit up for the Hornets and come away with his first double-double of the season in the rout. Through his last six appearances, Williams is averaging 13.0 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.0 blocks in 20.2 minutes while shooting 61.5 percent from the field. The 23-year-old big man is still having his workload monitored after missing the first 20 games of the campaign with a foot injury, but he should see his minutes incrementally rise as he becomes further removed from the issue. As long as he's healthy, Williams should be a big help to fantasy managers in the blocks, boards and field-goal percentage categories.

Williams (thumb) is available for Saturday's game against Oklahoma City, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Williams was tabbed questionable due to a sore left thumb but will play through the injury. With LaMelo Ball (ankle/wrist), Brandon Miller (ankle) and Cody Martin (knee) sidelined, Williams could see an uptick in usage. Williams played a season-high 26 minutes in Charlotte's most recent game and totaled 16 points, eight rebounds and five assists.

Williams (thumb) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Williams is in jeopardy of missing his second contest over the club's last four outings while he deals with left thumb soreness. If the big man is sidelined, Nick Richards will likely get the starting nod, with Moussa Diabate receiving an increased role off the bench.

Williams produced 12 points (4-8 FG, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal in 19 minutes during Monday's 114-101 loss to the Rockets.

Williams returned to the lineup after a one-game absence, and as he often does, he flirted with a double-double. The big man has scored in double digits in three of his previous four starts, averaging 12.5 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.3 blocks across 18.0 minutes per game. As long as he's healthy, his per-minute production warrants fantasy consideration.

Williams (foot) is off the injury report ahead of Monday's game against Houston.

Williams did not play Friday against the 76ers due to left foot injury management, but it appears he will be available for Monday's game. Over his last three games, Williams has averaged 12.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.7 blocks over 17.7 minutes per contest.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out of Friday's game against the 76ers.

Williams will be held out Friday due to left foot injury management. With the big man sidelined, Nick Richards and Moussa Diabate are candidates to receive an uptick in playing time. Williams' next chance to feature will come Monday against the Rockets.

Williams amassed 16 points (7-12 FG, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 19 minutes during Thursday's 123-114 loss to Washington.

Williams made his third straight start Thursday and appears to be finding his rhythm. Even in fewer than 20 minutes of action, the 22-year-old center was just two boards shy of a double-double. While Williams will likely continue to split minutes with Nick Richards, fantasy owners can expect Williams to maintain his 64.1 field-goal percentage.

Williams had 15 points (6-7 FG, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and one block across 17 minutes during Friday's 109-95 loss to the Bulls.

Williams got his first start of the season, falling one rebound short of a double-double. Williams continues to work his way back from injury, playing a season-high 17 minutes, while also seeing action in the second half for the first time. Given he has already moved ahead of Nick Richards in the rotation, it seems like just a matter of time before Williams is playing closer to starters' minutes.

Williams is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Bulls.

Williams returns after a one-game absence due to injury management and will be slotted right into the starting five. The big man is averaging 7.3 points and 4.3 rebounds across 10.3 minutes per game in his first three outings this season, but he should see an uptick in playing time now that he'll run with the starters.

Williams (foot) is not on the injury report for Friday's game against the Bulls.

Williams didn't play last Sunday against the Pacers due to left foot injury management, but the big man benefited from four days of rest. It's unclear if he'll start or not, but his availability is a sign in the right direction. The big man is averaging 7.3 points and 4.3 rebounds across 10.3 minutes per game in his first three outings this season.

Williams (foot) remains questionable for Friday's game against Chicago, but coach Charles Lee noted that Williams has done a "great job" acclimating to his workload across three contests since returning from an extended absence, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Williams body responding well to his first games in nearly a year is an excellent sign. Lee also mentions that "the team will look to add a little more" to Williams' plate moving forward. Charlotte having four days off while the bracket of the Emirates NBA Cup plays out is beneficial timing for the 22-year-old.

Williams (rest) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Williams will take a seat for the second half of a back-to-back set after posting 12 points, five rebounds and two assists in 11 minutes during Saturday's loss to the Cavaliers. In his absence, Taj Gibson is a candidate for more playing time, especially if Nick Richards (ankle) joins Moussa Diabate (illness) and Williams on the sidelines.

Williams (foot) recorded four points (1-4 FG, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and one block in nine minutes Tuesday in the Hornets' 110-104 loss to the 76ers.

The third-year center made his first NBA appearance since Dec. 8, 2023, after a back contusion cost him the final 62 games of last season and a left foot tendon strain kept him sidelined for the first 20 games of the current campaign. As was to be expected following a year-long absence, Williams had significant restrictions in place in his return, as he was eased back in as a bench player and was part of a three-man center rotation with Nick Richards (29 minutes) and Moussa Diabate (10 minutes). Williams should eventually assume Diabate's minutes, but it's unclear if when or if he'll supplant Richards as the Hornets' starting center. On the rare occasions he's been healthy during his career, Williams has displayed an intriguing fantasy profile due to his efficient scoring and strong contributions in the rebounds, blocks and steals categories. He's worthy of a speculative pickup in most fantasy leagues where he's available, but he'll likely need to take hold of a consistent 20-plus-minute role before he become

Williams (foot) is available for Tuesday's game against the 76ers, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Williams will make his season debut, playing in his first matchup since December of 2023. The big man is expected to operate under a heavy minutes restriction, according to Boone. The No. 15 pick in the 2022 Draft will likely split playing time with Nick Richards, though Williams should continue to pick up more playing time as he is worked back from the injury.

Williams (foot) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Williams is listed as something other than out for the first time this season and appears on track to make his debut Tuesday, per Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com. Given the big man's injury history, he'll likely face heavy restrictions if given the green light. Plus, Moussa Diabate has been playing well and Nick Richards is available after missing 14 straight games in December, leaving Williams' path to minutes cloudy.

Williams (foot) will remain sidelined for Saturday's tilt with the Hawks, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Williams was recalled to the Hornets from the G League's Greensboro Swarm earlier in the week, but he will miss his third straight opportunity to suit up. The big man is looking to make his season debut, and see his first NBA action since Dec. 8 of last year. His next chance to do just that will come Tuesday against the 76ers.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Williams and Nick Richards (ribs) both remain out, but they appear to be nearing a return to game action after recently going through a workout with the Hornets' G League affiliate, the Greensboro Swarm. Williams' next chance to suit up will come Saturday versus the Hawks, but he can be considered doubtful for that contest. Given all the injuries to Charlotte's frontcourt, Taj Gibson and Tidjane Salaun have taken on leading roles.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Miami.

Williams and Nick Richards (ribs) both remain out, but they appear to be nearing a return to game action after recently going through a workout with the Hornets' G League affiliate, the Greensboro Swarm. Williams' next chance to suit up will come Friday versus the Knicks, but that's the first half of a back-to-back set. Given all the injuries to Charlotte's frontcourt, Taj Gibson and Tidjane Salaun have taken on leading roles.

Charlotte recalled Williams from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.

Williams was sent to the Swarm to get some practice reps in, and he was recalled shortly after. The same is true for Nick Richards (ribs). Williams is presumably getting closer to making his first appearance of the season, but it remains to be seen if he'll take the floor Wednesday against the Heat.

Charlotte assigned Williams (foot) to the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.

This is the next stage of Williams' rehab as he continues to progress towards a return to action. Williams will practice with the Swarm on Monday and is likely to be recalled to Charlotte shortly after.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Magic.

Williams returned to practice this week, but it's still unclear when he'll be able to make his debut. Even when he's cleared to play, the oft-injured center will likely face heavy restrictions. Williams can be considered doubtful for Wednesday's game against Miami, barring a return to full-contact practice in the next few days.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bucks.

Williams has yet to make his season debut due to a sprained left foot, though he has returned to team and group activities during practice. The big man is without a timetable for a return to game action, but his next chance to debut will come Monday against the Magic.

The Hornets announced Thursday that Williams has returned to team and group activities but remains without a timetable for return, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Williams has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a left foot strain and will remain sidelined for Thursday's game versus the Pistons. However, it appears that Williams is gearing up for a return to action.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pistons.

Williams can be considered doubtful until he progresses past individual drills. With Nick Richards (rib) also out, Grant Williams is expected to start at center again.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Nets.

Williams continue to rehab from a strained tendon in his left foot that he suffered in late September. He is still limited to individual drills, and unless the Hornets announce that Williams has progressed to team drills and 5-on-5 work, the third-year big man should be considered doubtful to play. Regardless, his next opportunity to make his 2024-25 regular-season debut will be against Detroit on Thursday.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Williams has yet to make his season debut while dealing with a strained tendon in his left foot he sustained before the preseason. The big man was expected to return earlier in the regular season, though he has remained sidelined while suffering setbacks during his recovery and remaining limited in individual drills. Williams should be considered doubtful to return to game action until the club re-evaluates him and provides a new update, though his next chance to play will come Tuesday against the Nets.

Williams (foot) is out for Saturday's game against the Bucks,

The last update on Williams stated he was limited to individual drills, and it's unclear when he'll be able to return to the hardwood. Injuries have limited the former Duke standout to 19 games since the start of the 2023-24 regular season. He doesn't have a clear timetable for his return.

Coach Charles Lee said Wednesday that Williams (foot) is still limited to individual drills, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Williams' continued activity is a good sign, but he's still a few hurdles away from being cleared for game action. With Nick Richards (ribs) sidelined indefinitely, the Hornets need all the help they can get, though Williams will presumably be limited upon his return. He's yet to play this season, played only 19 regular-season games last year and made 43 regular-season appearances as a rookie in 2022-23.

Hornets head coach Charles Lee said Friday that Williams (foot) remains limited to participating in individual workouts, James Plowright of SI.com reports.

While Williams seems to be making gradual progress in his recovery from a left foot tendon strain after ditching his walking boot a few weeks ago, Plowright suggests that the third-year center is likely at least 5-to-7 days away from making his season debut, in a best-case scenario. Before the team maps out a potential return date for Williams, he'll need to take part in multiple team practices. Nick Richards has been serving as the Hornets' starting center through the first five games of the season, but he exited Friday's 124-109 loss to the Celtics with a shoulder injury and looks to be day-to-day. The Hornets may have to run more small-ball lineups featuring Grant Williams or Moussa Diabate at center if Richards is sidelined along with Mark Williams.

Williams (foot) won't play in Friday's game versus the Celtics.

Williams will miss his fifth game to start the season Friday while dealing with a left foot strain. Nick Richards should continue to start in his absence. While there is no timetable for Williams' return, his next chance to suit up is Saturday's rematch with Boston.

The Hornets exercised Williams' fourth-year team option Wednesday.

Williams (foot) has yet to make an appearance this season and remains without an official timetable. Injuries aside, the upside is clear with Williams, and the Hornets made it official Wednesday that he's absolutely still in their future plans.

Williams (foot) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Raptors.

Williams' absence streak will extend to four games to begin the season Wednesday while dealing with a left foot injury. Until Williams is able to return to action, Nick Richards should continue to start.

Williams (foot) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Heat.

With Williams set to miss his third straight game Saturday due to a strained tendon in his left foot, Nick Richards should remain in the starting five. Williams' next chance to return to action is Wednesday's matchup with Toronto.

Williams (foot) is out for Friday's game versus the Hawks.

Williams will miss his second straight contest to begin the regular season Friday while recovering from a strained tendon in his left foot. Nick Richards should receive another start in his absence. Williams' next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Miami.

Williams has been ruled out for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Rockets.

This does not come as a shock, as the big man is still ramping up from a strained tendon in his left foot he sustained prior to the preseason. However, there is some good news; Williams resumed on-court activity and has been progressing well in his recovery. There is not a timetable for the 22-year-old's return, but his next chance to suit up will come Friday against the Hawks.

Williams (foot) has discontinued the use of his walking boot and will be reevaluated prior to the start of the regular season, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports.

Williams sustained a strained tendon in his left foot prior to the preseason, but he is progressing well and could return for Opening Night. The 22-year-old has yet to play 50 games in a single regular season, and through two seasons he has averaged 10.8 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.9 combined steals plus blocks across 23.0 minutes per game in 62 total regular-season appearances.

Williams (back) has suffered a tendon strain in his left foot and will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Williams played just 19 games in the 2022-2023 season due to a back injury. He was seemingly on track for a healthy training camp prior to this new injury. The big man projects to start at center for Charlotte when healthy, but it now looks like he will miss most of training camp. Look for the Hornets to err on the side of caution with the big man in order to avoid another season of a lingering injury.

Hornets coach Steve Clifford expects Williams (back) to be ready for the start of training camp, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Williams had a disastrous 2023-24 campaign, as his back injury limited him to a total of 19 appearances. He's expected to have a clean bill of health entering the 2024-25 season, however, and could be poised to bounce back. He finished the regular season with averages of 12.7 points, 9.7 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.1 blocks, so the upside is there.

The Hornets haven't officially shut Williams (back) down for the season, but the second-year center isn't expected to play again during the 2024-25 campaign, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Updates on Williams' status have been few and far between since he made his last appearance Dec. 8 before being shut down with what the Hornets initially listed as a lower back contusion. The Hornets' latest injury report has referred to his ongoing absence being the result of "low back injury recovery," and the team hasn't provided any concrete information regarding what kind of activity Williams is doing as part of his rehab program. Though the Hornets haven't officially made an announcement on shutting Williams down for the season like they have with LaMelo Ball (ankle), Cody Martin (ankle) and Seth Curry (ankle) within the past two days, fantasy managers in redraft leagues who have been holding Williams amid his prolonged absence can feel comfortable cutting bait at this point. Nick Richards has since taken over as the Hornets' starting center, with Grant Williams and Aleksej Pokusevski serving as Richards' primary backup options.

Williams (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Williams continues to deal with a back issue and doesn't have a timetable to return. His next chance to suit up will be Friday against Golden State.

Williams (back) won't play Monday against the Cavaliers.

Williams continues to miss time due to a back injury and remains without a timetable for a return. His next chance to take the court will arrive Wednesday against Cleveland.

Williams is out to face the Hawks on Saturday due to a back injury.

Williams has been bothered by a back injury for the majority of the season, as he hasn't played since Dec. 8. Even though General manager Mitch Kupchak suggested in February that Williams is on track to be re-evaluated later this week, it sounds like his status will be week-by-week going forward, which makes sense considering the Hornets have no incentives to rush him in the midst of another non-contending campaign.

Williams (back) may not be cleared to play again this season, as head coach Steve Clifford intimated in his press conference following Tuesday's 101-89 loss to the Magic, Bally Sports Southeast reports. "We're tiny by NBA standards...We're going to be smaller here for the rest of the year," Clifford said.

Clifford didn't specifically touch on Williams' status, but his comment about the Hornets going with smaller lineups for the remainder of the season at the very least suggests that the team isn't bracing for the second-year center's return anytime soon. The Hornets did get some added size back Tuesday with Nick Richards (foot) returning from a one-game absence, and while Richards should start when available, Charlotte will likely lean on the 6-foot-6 Grant Williams as his primary backup, given the lack of reliable alternatives at center on the roster. General manager Mitch Kupchak suggested in February that Mark Williams is on track to be re-evaluated later this week, but fantasy managers who have been holding the young center shouldn't be holding their breath in anticipation of him making a speedy return, if he even plays at all again this season. The Hornets are sitting at 15-47 on the season after Tuesday's loss and have little incentive to rush Williams back from the low-back injury in the midst of anothe

Hornets General Manager Mitch Kupchak said Friday that Williams (back) is expected to return this season but will be re-evaluated in four weeks, Schuyler Callihan of SI.com reports.

Williams hasn't played since Dec. 8 due to a back injury and will remain sidelined for an extended period. Nick Richards should continue to start at center until Williams is able to retake the floor.

Williams (back) won't play in Friday's game versus the Bucks.

Williams' absence streak will extend to 31 games Friday due to a back injury. There is no timetable for his return.

Williams (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Williams remains out indefinitely due to a back contusion. He hasn't played since Dec. 8, and Nick Richards should continue to draw starts until Williams is cleared to play again.

Williams (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Lakers.

Williams hasn't played since Dec. 8 and remains out indefinitely due to a back contusion. Nick Richards should continue to benefit from Williams' absence.

Williams (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Williams hasn't played since Dec. 8 due to a back contusion. He doesn't have a timetable to return, but his next chance to suit up will come Monday versus the Lakers, though he can be considered doubtful for that contest. Nick Richards should continue filling in as the starting center in Williams' absence.

Williams (back) is out for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Williams will miss his 27th straight game due to injury, with no clear timetable for his return. Nick Richards will continue to fill in for Williams as the primary big man as long as he remains sidelined.

Coach Steve Clifford said Friday that Williams (back) isn't close to returning, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

The Hornets haven't provided much clarity on Williams' ongoing absence, but it was obvious the big man suffered a setback or two, as he's missed 18 straight games. Barring a return to practice, Williams can be considered week-to-week moving forward. Nick Richards (ankle) should continue to play an elevated role in Williams' absence.

Williams (back) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Spurs.

Williams' absence streak will extend to 19 games Friday due to a back contusion. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Philadelphia.

Williams (back) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Pelicans.

Williams hasn't played since Dec. 8 due to a lower back contusion. Nick Richards should continue to start in his absence. Williams' next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with San Antonio.

Williams (back), who has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bulls, will be unavailable for at least another week.

Williams has missed a month due to a lower-back contusion, and he's being evaluated on a week-to-week basis for now. The Hornets haven't provided many updates regarding his status during his recovery process, but he'll be unavailable for at least four more games as he continues to work toward a return. Nick Richards should continue to handle increased run in Williams' absence.

Williams, who remains out for Monday's game against the Bulls, is without a clear timeline for a return while he continues to recover from a lower-back contusion, Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Williams hasn't played since Dec. 8 due to the injury and will miss his 14th consecutive game Monday. The Hornets initially listed Williams as doubtful ahead of each of his first 12 absences, but he's since taken "out" tags into two straight contests. The change in designation seemingly supports the notion that Williams is without a clear timeline for a return, with Boone noting that the second-year center has been able to take part in pregame work but isn't yet participating in practices. Fantasy managers shouldn't count on Williams playing in any of the Hornets' four games this week.

Williams (back) will not play Monday against Chicago.

Williams' absence will extend to 14 games Monday due to a lower back bruise. He'll be joined by P.J. Washington (foot) and Gordon Hayward (calf) as key absences in Charlotte's frontcourt.

Williams (back) won't play in Friday's game versus the Bulls.

Williams' last appearance was Dec. 8, and the back injury has been bothering for most of the season. Expect Nick Richards to remain in the starting lineup while Williams is out. The former Duke star will hope to return to action against Chicago on Monday, but that seems unlikely at the moment.

Williams (back) won't play in Tuesday's game versus the Kings.

Williams' absence streak will extend to 13 games due to a back injury. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Chicago.

Williams (back) is doubtful to play Tuesday versus Sacramento.

Williams is on track to miss his 12th straight game with a bothersome low back bruise. Nick Richards will likely continue starting in his stead.

Williams (back) is out for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Williams entered the day doubtful due to a lingering back injury, and the team has since confirmed that he'll miss another contest. His next chance to return will arrive Tuesday in Sacramento.

Williams (back) is doubtful for Monday's game against Denver.

Williams will likely miss his 11th game in a row Monday, and he remains without a timetable. The Hornets haven't provided an update on his progress, and they continue to slap doubtful tags on the center.

Williams (back) will sit out Friday's game against the Suns.

This will be the 10th straight game on the sidelines for Williams. The Hornets have been consistently labeling him as doubtful before ultimately ruling him out of games. It's best to consider him as doubtful for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Williams (back) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Suns.

Williams is expected to miss his tenth straight game Friday due to a lower back contusion. Nick Richards will likely receive another start if Williams is ultimately ruled out.

Williams (ankle) will not play Thursday versus the Lakers.

Williams will miss his ninth straight game Thursday. The Hornets have been labeling him as doubtful for the past few weeks, and there is no end in sight. He should be considered doubtful at best for Friday's game against the Suns.

Williams (bacK) is doubtful to play in Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Williams has been labeled doubtful before being ruled out in each of the Hornets' last eight games. Assuming he's absent from Thursday's contest, expect Nick Richards to draw the start while P.J. Washington and Nathan Mensah could see more work off the bench.

Williams (back) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Clippers.

No surprise here, as Williams was considered doubtful prior to this update. The Hornets have been labeling Williams as doubtful for the past couple weeks, and there's been little word regarding his progress. Charlotte's next game is Thursday against the Lakers, and that's the front end of a back-to-back set.

Williams (back) is doubtful to play Tuesday versus the Clippers.

Dealing with a contusion in his lower back, Williams appears likely to miss an eighth consecutive contest Tuesday. Nick Richards has averaged 8.9 points and 8.4 rebounds in 29.1 minutes per game while starting throughout Williams' ongoing absence.

Williams (back) will not play in Saturday's game against Denver.

This will be the seventh straight game on the sidelines for Williams. The Hornets continue to list him as doubtful, and there hasn't been a meaningful update on his progress in a while. His next chance to play will be Tuesday against the Clippers.

Williams (back) is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.

Williams has missed six straight games and has been initially listed as doubtful each time. He'll likely remain sidelined again Saturday, allowing Nick Richards to draw another start. Williams next chance to suit up will come Tuesday versus the Clippers.

Williams (back) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Pacers.

Williams' absence streak will extend to six games Wednesday while dealing with a back contusion. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Denver.

Williams (back) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game versus the Pacers.

Williams is expected to miss his sixth straight game Wednesday due to a back contusion. Rich Richards will likely continue to start if Williams is officially ruled out.

Williams (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game in Toronto.

As expected, Williams has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a fifth straight game. The Hornets haven't provided an official update, so Williams can be considered day-to-day moving forward, though it's unclear when he'll be able to return. Nick Richards should continue starting at center in the meantime.

Williams (back) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Raptors.

Williams will likely miss a fifth straight game Monday. The Hornets haven't provided an official update, so it's unclear when he'll be able to return, but Williams can be considered day-to-day moving forward. In Williams' absence, Nick Richards has played well as the starting center.

Williams (back) will not play in Saturday's game against the 76ers.

This will be the fourth straight game on the shelf for Williams, and he remains without an official timetable. Nick Richards and JT Thor will continue to pick up the slack in the meantime. Williams' next chance to play will be on Monday against Toronto.

Williams (back) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Williams missed the opening leg of the Hornets' back-to-back set with a back contusion and is trending toward missing Saturday's tilt as well. If he sits again, Nick Richards and JT Thor will likely see more action.

Williams (back) won't play in Friday's game versus the Pelicans.

Williams will miss his third straight game Friday after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a lower back contusion. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Philadelphia.

Williams (back) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Pelicans.

Williams has missed the last two games due to a lower back contusion, and it appears as though he's on track to be sidelined once again Friday. Nick Richards will likely see increased run once again Friday if Williams is officially ruled out.

Williams (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Heat.

As expected, Williams has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a second straight game. With Williams banged up, Nick Richards has played at least 26 points in three straight appearances (two starts), averaging 9.0 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.0 blocks during that stretch. Williams' next chance to suit up will come Friday versus New Orleans.

Williams (back) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Heat, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Williams will be listed as doubtful for the second straight contest due to a low back contusion. If Williams is ultimately ruled out, Richards would likely start yet again versus Miami.

Williams (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Heat.

Williams was considered doubtful for Monday's matchup, so it isn't very surprising to see him ruled out for the second time in the last three games. Nick Richards, P.J. Washington and Miles Bridges are all candidates to see larger roles against Miami.

Williams is doubtful for Monday's matchup against the Heat due to a low back contusion.

Williams missed Wednesday's loss to the Bulls due to a low back contusion but returned to action Friday, posting four points, three rebounds and two blocks in 20 minutes during a win over Toronto. It's unclear if he suffered a setback or if his expected absence Monday is simply precautionary. Either way, Nick Richards would be the primary beneficiary if Williams is sidelined, while P.J. Washington and Miles Bridges could also spend more time at the five.

Williams closed Friday's 119-116 victory over Toronto with four points (2-4 FG), three rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 20 minutes.

Williams returned Friday after missing the previous game with a back injury, seeing a limited role while finishing with less than five points for just the second time this season. Williams has played well for Charlotte over the last 10 games, averaging 10.9 points, 10.4 rebounds, 1.4 blocks and 1.2 assists over that stretch.

Williams (back) is available for Friday's game against the Raptors.

Williams was unavailable Wednesday against Chicago but will be back in action following a one-game absence. He's been a consistent contributor for Charlotte recently, averaging 13.7 points and 10.4 rebounds in 27.6 minutes per game over 15 appearances since the start of November.

Williams (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Raptors.

Williams missed Wednesday's game against Chicago due to his back injury, but he'll be in the mix to return Friday. He had posted double-doubles in four of his six appearances prior to his absence, averaging 12.7 points and 11.2 rebounds in 29.3 minutes per game across that span.

Williams (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Williams has been downgraded from questionable to out and will miss his first game of the season. In Williams' absence, Nick Richards, who recently returned from a six-game absence due to a concussion, will likely start at center. However, Charlotte may opt to run out some smaller lineups with P.J. Washington or Miles Bridges at the five.

Williams is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Bulls due to a low back contusion.

Williams has enjoyed a strong sophomore campaign, averaging a double-double across his first 18 appearances. However, he is in danger of missing his first game of the season due to a back injury. If Williams is ruled out, Nick Richards would likely receive extended minutes.

Williams logged 12 points (5-9 FG, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds and one steal over 25 minutes during Tuesday's 115-91 loss to New York.

Williams produced a serviceable line in the loss, turning in his seventh double-double of the season. Despite only playing 26.7 minutes per game, it's been a relatively strong start to his sophomore campaign. Averaging 13.4 points, 10.2 rebounds and 1.9 combined steals and blocks, Williams has been a top-50 player thus far. His value is heavily reliant on rebounds and efficiency, making him a must-roster player, albeit geared towards specific builds.

Williams supplied 18 points (8-14 FG, 2-2 FT), 16 rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal in 33 minutes during Monday's 121-118 overtime victory over Boston.

Williams has been an inconsistent presence for Charlotte this season, but he has stepped up in games against Boston and Milwaukee of late. Combining for 29 points and 32 rebounds against the Eastern Conference powerhouses, Williams is demonstrating the ability to anchor the paint, even if his defensive versatility is lacking. His three blocks on Monday marked a season high.

Williams supplied 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-4 FT), 16 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 32 minutes during Friday's 130-99 loss to Milwaukee.

The second-year center produced his fourth double-double in 11 games to begin the season while scoring in double digits for the seventh straight contest. Williams has been arguably the most reliable Hornet this year aside from LaMelo Ball, and during that seven-game stretch he's averaging 16.1 points, 10.7 boards and 1.5 steals plus blocks while shooting an eye-popping 71.4 percent from the floor.

Williams ended Sunday's 129-107 loss to the Knicks with 10 points (4-5 FG, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals over 23 minutes.

Williams didn't have his best game, as he's capable of dominating the glass and putting up more points, but at least he was efficient -- he only missed one shot from the field. At the very least, the second-year big man extended his double-digit scoring run to five games, and he also has two double-doubles in that span.

Williams posted 21 points (10-19 FG, 1-2 FT), 20 rebounds and three assists across 30 minutes during Friday's 124-117 win over Washington.

Williams 24 rebounds were a career-high en route to his first ever 20-20 game. The huge effort was enough to get over his lack of blocks, as the big man continues to excel early in the season. He is now averaging 15.4 points, 9.9 rebounds, 0.9 steals and 0.9 blocks across 25.6 minutes in eight games this season. Not to mention, he is shooting a remarkable 72.1 percent from the floor. If the second-year center can start seeing some more minutes his future looks bright with Charlotte's young squad.

Williams produced 19 points (8-8 FG, 3-6 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist in 27 minutes during Sunday's 124-118 loss to the Mavericks.

Williams is becoming an efficiency darling, connecting on 28 of 32 shots over his last four games. Notably, Charlotte relied on Nick Richards (12 points, nine rebounds, 21 minutes) for chunks of the second half. Williams is demonstrating that he can boom even without the lion's share of the minutes.

Williams produced 27 points (9-12 FG, 9-9 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals in 30 minutes during Saturday's 125-124 win over the Pacers.

Williams posted a career-best scoring night while being perfect at the free-throw line. The sample size is small, but Williams is hitting 85.0 percent of his free throws after connecting on just 69.1 percent of 2.3 attempts per game last season. The 21-year-old has been volatile thus far, but he's fully capable of booming if he continues blossoming as Charlotte's center of the future.

Williams had his third-year team option exercised Tuesday, Rod Boone of the Charlotte Observer reports.

This was a mere formality for Charlotte's starting center. He's gotten off to a bit of a slow start through three games this season, averaging 11.0 points, 8.3 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.7 blocks in 24.7 minutes per game.

Williams contributed two points (1-4 FG), three rebounds, one assist and one block in 21 minutes during Friday's 111-99 loss to the Pistons.

Williams battled foul trouble throughout the contest, and the Hornets committed 23 fouls as a team. Foul trouble wasn't a major issue for Williams as a rookie, but it'll be interesting to monitor if a larger role changes that. He's a bounce-back candidate Monday agains Brooklyn.

Williams notched 13 points (5-6 FG, 3-3 FT), 15 rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 116-110 win over the Hawks.

Williams' modest scoring doesn't do justice to the active role he served in the majority of Charlotte's possessions while he was on the court. The 21-year-old averaged 9.5 rebounds per game across his final 10 contests last season and could be poised for a step up in 2023-24. Backup Nick Richards supplied seven points and four rebounds in 18 minutes.

Williams is 100 percent recovered from his right thumb surgery, Schuyler Callihan of Fan Nation reports.

Williams underwent surgery way back in mid-June, but it was never expected to impact his status for the start of the new campaign. Williams will be a popular fantasy pick this season as the unquestioned starter, and it will be fun to see him develop chemistry with LaMelo Ball as a roll man.

Williams underwent successful surgery on a torn ligament located in his right thumb on Wednesday.

Williams missed most of March due to the thumb issue but managed to suit up for six of the Hornets' final eight games. He is expected to make a full recovery and should be back in time for the start of the 2023 season, where he will likely operate as Charlotte's top center. In 17 appearances with the first unit during his rookie campaign, Williams averaged 11.6 points, 9.8 rebounds and 1.1 blocks across 26.9 minutes.

Williams logged 22 points (9-10 FG, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, two blocks and one steal across 30 minutes during Sunday's 106-95 win over the Cavaliers.

Due to ankle and thumb injuries, and the Hornets being well out of the playoff picture, Williams only played in six of the last 14 games of the season. But he capped the year with one of his best performances. The 22-point game was his highest of the season, coupled with 10 rebounds for his 11th double-double. The Hornets' center blocked multiple shots in a game for the first time since Feb. 15 as well. Williams ended his rookie season averaging 9.0 points, 7.1 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game, but he played in just 43 contests over the season.

Williams (ankle) is starting Friday against the Rockets.

Williams was probable for Friday's matchup, so it isn't very surprising to see him available following a one-game absence. Over his last three starts, he's averaged 12.0 points and 12.0 rebounds in 31.3 minutes per game.

Williams (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against the Rockets.

Williams sat out Tuesday against Toronto due to his ankle injury, but he'll likely be able to return to the court against the Rockets. Over his last four appearances, he's averaged 12.3 points and 11.0 rebounds in 28.8 minutes per game.

Williams (ankle) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Raptors.

As expected, Williams will not suit up for Tuesday's game after initially being doubtful for the contest. Considering the Hornets will be without all five starters, both Nick Richards and Kai Jones should be in line for massive workloads. Williams will have another chance to take the floor Friday against Houston.

Williams (ankle) is probable to face the Raptors on Tuesday.

Williams might have picked up the injury during Sunday's loss to the Raptors when he recorded a 15-point, 12-rebound double-double, but the probable tag means the injury isn't likely to be serious. Barring any unexpected setback, Williams has a strong shot at being available and in the starting lineup for Tuesday's contest against Toronto.

Williams closed with 15 points (7-15 FG, 1-1 FT) and 12 rebounds in 27 minutes during Sunday's 128-108 loss to Toronto.

Williams led the team in rebounds and finished as one of five players in double figures in scoring while earning a starting nod due to the Hornets being short-handed. Williams has recorded a double-double in nine games this year.

Williams is starting against the Raptors on Sunday.

Williams is coming off a poor performance against Chicago on Friday, but he did see 35 minutes. With the Hornets missing so many players, we could see all three of Williams, Nick Richards and Kai Jones on Sunday.

Williams finished with six points (3-6 FG), eight rebounds, one block and one steal in 35 minutes during Friday's 121-91 loss to the Bulls.

In the unusual game-to-game center rotation being implemented in Charlotte, it was Williams' turn to start Friday night, and he produced some solid defensive numbers as usual. His usage is still lacking on the offensive end though. The rookie had begun to put up double-digit shot attempts toward the end of February but that was short lived. Fantasy managers are likely more frustrated with the revolving door situation at the center spot on this team which is likely to last the remainder of the season.

Williams will start Friday's game versus the Bulls.

Williams' return to the starting five seemed likely once it was reported he wasn't on the injury report. Nick Richards will shift back to the bench in a corresponding move.

Williams is not listed on the Hornets' injury report ahead of Friday's game against Chicago.

The rookie big man was rested for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, but he'll be back in the mix -- and perhaps in the starting lineup -- as the Hornets play out the string on a lost season. Coach Steve Clifford previously divulged that he'll rotate his young centers down the stretch, so expect either Nick Richards or Kai Jones to be held out of Friday's game. Given that Richards did not play in Sunday's game against Dallas, Jones is the most likely rest candidate.

Williams will sit out Tuesday's game against the Thunder according to Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site.

Coach Steve Clifford will be rotating his three centers for the remainder of the season, so Williams, Nick Richards and Kai Jones will likely take turns getting a day off. With Williams taking his turn Tuesday against the Thunder, we can expect to see him back on the floor for March 31 versus the Bulls.

Williams notched 15 points (5-9 FG, 5-7 FT), 16 rebounds and one assist over 32 minutes during Sunday's 110-104 win over the Mavericks.

After coming off the bench Friday in his return from a thumb injury, Williams was back in the starting five and came through with his eighth double-double of the year, as well as his biggest performance on the glass since he ripped down 20 boards against the Heat in late February. The rookie center figures to remain productive over the final weeks of the season as long as he can stay healthy.

Williams is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Mavericks,

Williams had settled as the Hornets' starting center after the trade deadline and will recover his regular spot now that the thumb injury he was dealing with is a thing of the past. Williams is averaging 10.7 points, 8.9 rebounds and 1.3 blocks across 25.6 minutes per game in 12 starts this season.

Williams (thumb) came off the bench and generated 13 points (6-9 FG, 1-3 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one block in 21 minutes Friday in the Hornets' 117-109 win over the Mavericks.

Williams had started in each of the Hornets' 12 games following the trade deadline, but he was deployed off the bench Friday, likely as a means for the Hornets to better manage his minutes coming off a six-game absence due to a thumb sprain. The rookie ended up seeing a smaller share of the playing-time split at center with starter Nick Richards (10 points, 11 rebounds and one assist in 27 minutes), but expect the minutes to be distributed more equally -- if not tilt back in Williams' favor -- in the games to come. Even if both Williams and Richards maintain around 24 minutes per game apiece for the rest of the season, it would likely be enough for both to have relevance in 12-team category leagues for managers prioritizing field-goal percentage, rebounds and blocks.

Williams (thumb) is available for Friday's game against the Mavericks according to Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site.

After six straight games on the sidelines, the Hornets will be thrilled to have their rim protector back. Williams will come off the bench with the Hornets easing him back into things, while Nick Richards will remain with the starters and should hold onto some decent fantasy value for the time being.

Williams (thumb) is probable for Friday's game versus the Mavericks, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Williams is expected to return to the lineup Friday after missing the previous six games with a right thumb sprain. His return will likely cause a decrease in Nick Richards' minutes, as Williams had started in the previous 12 contests before going down to injury.

Williams (thumb) will remain on the sidelines for Thursday's game in New Orleans.

Thursday will mark Williams' sixth straight game on the sidelines, and considering there haven't been any reports of him making much progress with the thumb injury, he should be considered doubtful for Friday's game in Dallas as well. Nick Richards has been heating up in a larger role sans Williams, and over the past five he's put in averages of 9.4 points, 9.4 rebounds and 2.4 blocks on 70.8 percent shooting, so he's someone to consider grabbing as a streamer for Thursday.

Williams (thumb) is out for Monday's game against Indiana.

Williams is slated to miss a fifth straight game due to a thumb sprain on his right hand. Nick Richards and Kai Jones are candidates for increased roles for the duration of Williams' absence.

Williams (thumb) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the 76ers.

Williams will miss a fourth straight game due to a right thumb sprain. It's unclear when the rookie center may suit up again, but it's certainly possible he's shut down for the rest of the season, as the Hornets out of the playoff picture with less than a month remaining in the regular season.

Williams' (thumb) status for the remainder of the season is "murky", Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Williams has missed the last three games with a right sprain. Coach Steve Clifford said Tuesday that he doesn't have a "great idea" how long the rookie center will be out. Nick Richards and Kai Jones are in line to see extended minutes while Williams is sidelined.

Williams (thumb) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Cleveland.

Williams will miss a third consecutive game due to his sprained right thumb. Nick Richards will likely serve as the starting center once again Tuesday, while Williams' next chance to suit up will be Friday against Philadelphia.

Williams (thumb) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Cleveland.

Williams continues to deal with a right thumb sprain and will be sidelined for a second consecutive game. It wouldn't be surprising to see Nick Richards start once again, while Williams' next chance to return will be during Tuesday's rematch against the Cavaliers.

Williams (thumb) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Williams will likely miss both halves of the Hornets' current back-to-back set due to a right thumb sprain he suffered during Thursday's win over Detroit. If Williams is indeed sidelined, Nick Richards figures to draw another start, but Kai Jones would also be in the mix for extended run at center.

Williams (thumb) has been ruled out of Saturday's game against the Jazz, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Head coach Steve Clifford confirmed Williams wouldn't be playing, and this is the same injury that forced him to depart midway through Thursday's game against the Pistons. Nick Richards will get the nod at center as Williams' replacement. The former Duke star will try to return Sunday against the Cavaliers in the second leg of a back-to-back set.

Williams (thumb) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Jazz.

Williams may miss Saturday's game after suffering a right thumb sprain against the Pistons. Nick Richards and Kai Jones are candidates to see extended minutes in his potential absence. If Williams is ruled out, his next chance to suit up will be Sunday's matchup with Cleveland.

Williams (right thumb sprain) will not play in the second half of Thursday's game against Detroit.

Williams sustained the injury in the first quarter but managed to return in the second quarter. However, upon further evaluation during halftime, Williams was downgraded to out and will miss the second half of Thursday's tilt. He will finish with two points, four rebounds and one assist across 11 minutes. Williams' next opportunity to take the floor will come Saturday against the Jazz.

Williams (thumb) checked back into Thursday's game against Detroit in the second quarter.

He escaped with what appeared to be a mild right thumb sprain and should be fine for the rest of the evening.

Williams (right thumb sprain) is probable to return Thursday against the Pistons.

Williams suffered the injury during the first quarter and went to the locker room after consulting with the training staff. Assuming he returns to action, it will be interesting to see if the injury hampers his abilities.

Williams ended with 11 points (4-10 FG, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 105-91 loss to Phoenix.

Williams filled up the stat sheet Wednesday night in 28 minutes on the floor. He notched his third straight double-double and continued his streak of at least one block per game (10). Since the trade that sent away Mason Plumlee, the rookie has carved out a nice role with his team and should continue to produce sufficient center numbers.

Williams notched 15 points (7-10 FG, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and one block in 30 minutes during Monday's 117-106 victory over the Pistons.

A thin Detroit frontcourt got thinner when Isaiah Lively (ankle) left the game in the first half, and Williams took advantage. The rookie center has blossomed since moving into the starting lineup, averaging 12.1 points, 9.9 boards and 1.7 blocks while shooting 64.9 percent from the floor over the last seven games.

Williams ended Saturday's 108-103 win over the Heat with 18 points (9-12 FG), 20 rebounds, one block and one steal across 29 minutes.

Williams became the starting center following the trade deadline and has looked impressive in that new role, posting three double-doubles over his six starts while scoring in double digits four times in that span. Aside from averaging 11.7 points and 9.7 rebounds per game in those six contests, this game also posted a career-high mark in rebounds.

Williams finished with 12 points (5-11 FG, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds and four blocks in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 120-110 win over the Spurs.

Though his efficiency from the field was lacking compared to his previous three starts, Williams continued to deliver the goods in the rebounds and blocks columns while playing the majority of the minutes at center. He's now played at least 30 minutes in three of his four starts, eliminating most of the concern about fellow center Nick Richards potentially eating into Williams' role after last week's trade of Mason Plumlee to the Clippers opened up a spot for the rookie on the top unit.

Williams registered 15 points (5-7 FG, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, two blocks and two steals in 30 minutes during Monday's 144-138 victory over the Hawks.

Williams got things trending in the right direction Monday, posting a strong performance on both ends of the floor. Coming off what was a foul-riddled performance against the Nuggets, Williams certainly did enough to earn back the trust of anyone who snapped him up following the trade deadline. It appears as though he is going to play at least 30 minutes on most nights moving forward, making him a clear must-roster player ROS.

Williams produced 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-4 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists and one block across 31 minutes during Friday's 127-116 loss to the Celtics.

Williams moved into the starting lineup as expected Friday, turning in an encouraging performance. While he was able to record the second double-double of his career, it was the 31 minutes that was perhaps most exciting. It is unclear if this will be what to expect moving forward. However, if 30 minutes is a nightly occurrence, there is a chance he ends the season as a top 70 player without too much trouble.

Williams will start Friday's game against the Celtics, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

The Hornets traded Mason Plumlee to the Clippers on Thursday, so Williams will make his first career start a day later. The 21-year-old is averaging 7.0 points and 5.2 rebounds in 14.0 minutes per game this season but should see increased work down the stretch.

Williams chipped in six points (3-3 FG), four rebounds, two blocks and one steal across 17 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 119-113 loss to the Magic.

The 15th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft has begun to make his mark as a defensive presence for Charlotte. Williams has recorded multiple blocks in four of the last 10 contests despite not playing more than 20 minutes in any of them, averaging 8.3 points, 4.3 boards, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 steals in 15.2 minutes a game. Should Mason Plumlee, a veteran on an expiring contract, gets shipped out at the trade deadline, Williams could see his role an d production increase significantly.

Williams played six minutes and finished with six points (2-4 FG, 2-2 FT) and two rebounds in Tuesday's 128-97 loss to the Suns.

Despite garnering double-digit minutes in each of the Hornets' last four games while averaging 11.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.0 blocks and 1.3 steals during that stretch, Williams was inexplicably dropped from head coach Steve Clifford's rotation in favor of Nick Richards. Williams still ended up seeing some run in garbage time and put up quality numbers during his time on the court, but the fact that he didn't get off the bench until late in the contest at least casts some doubt about his ability to receive a clear path to the starting role if top center Mason Plumlee is traded elsewhere ahead of the Feb. 9 deadline.

Williams posted 17 points (8-10 FG, 1-1 FT), six rebounds and five blocks in 19 minutes during Wednesday's 122-117 win over the Rockets.

Williams was efficient from the field and tied his season-high mark in scoring, but he also made an impact with his defensive play since it was the first time he recorded more than two blocks in a game. He recently returned to the rotation and Williams has upside as a potential two-way threat, but any possible value he might have -- in deeper formats -- will be tied to how much he plays off the bench.

Williams racked up nine points (3-4 FG, 3-4 FT) and six rebounds over 17 minutes during Monday's 130-118 loss to the Celtics.

Williams re-entered the rotation Monday, playing as the primary backup behind Mason Plumlee. It appears as though Steve Clifford is going to chop and change when it comes to Plumlee's understudy, making it very hard to trust either Williams or Nick Richards moving forward. Managers should still keep an eye on things just in case Plumlee is relegated at some point, although that doesn't seem as though it is going to happen any time soon.

Williams ended with seven points (2-6 FG, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, one block and one steal in 16 minutes during Sunday's 116-111 loss to Indiana.

Williams flirted with a double-double in the loss, adding a pair of defensive counters in what was an other intriguing performance. After a brief period of relevance, Williams has seen his playing time dip of late, keeping him off the standard league radar. If and when the Hornets opt to move away from Mason Plumlee, Williams could very well become a must-roster player. Until that time, managers should simply keep an eye on his playing time, looking for any upward trends.

Williams had 17 points (7-7 FG, 3-5 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals across 21 minutes during Thursday's 121-113 victory over Oklahoma City.

Williams led Charlotte's second unit in scoring and rebounds, tallying his first double-double of the season. Williams, who has shifted back and forth to the G League this year, recorded season-high totals in points and rebounds in Thursday's win.

Williams will serve as the Hornets' primary backup center again Thursday versus the Thunder behind Mason Plumlee, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Williams has played reasonably well of late and should play a decent amount of minutes again Thursday despite the return of Nick Richards (ankle), who will give the team some added frontcourt depth. Williams' primary backup duties may not last too much longer, but he'll at least get one more opportunity in the role against OKC.

Williams logged nine points (3-4 FG, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, one assist and two steals in 16 minutes during Monday's 124-113 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Williams put up career-high numbers across the board Monday, sliding in as the primary backup behind Mason Plumlee. With Nick Richards out due to an ankle injury, Williams finally saw some of the playing time that managers had been hoping to see all season. While this is likely just a short-term thing, Williams is at least worth a look in deeper formats until Richards is able to return.

Williams will rejoin the Hornets' active roster Thursday.

Williams joined the Swarm for the G League showcase but will return to the NBA following the conclusion of the tournament. He has appeared in just three games this season and he should not garner any fantasy considerations.

Williams was sent down to the G League Greensboro Swarm on Monday.

Williams will join the Swarm in time for the G League showcase, where he will certainly see more on-court time. The first-round pick has failed to crack the Hornets' rotation, having appeared in just three games this season and playing less than eight minutes in each contest.

Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nuggets.

The rookie big man has struggled with injuries in his first year in The Association and is now in line to miss his eighth game in a row, but his continued absence shouldn't impact the Hornets' rotation. His next chance to play will come Monday in the second half of a back-to-back against the Kings, but his chances of playing that game are slim to none.

Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Atlanta.

Williams continues to deal with a left ankle sprain and will be unavailable for a seventh consecutive game. His continued absence shouldn't impact Charlotte's rotation.

Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.

Williams is slated to miss a sixth straight game due to a left ankle sprain. His prolonged absence hasn't impacted the Hornets' game plan.

Williams (ankle) will not play Sunday against the 76ers.

Sunday's contest will mark five consecutive absences for Williams due to the ankle sprain. The rookie has appeared in just three games this season and does not factor into the nightly rotation.

Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Williams has been dealing with a sprained left ankle and will be held out for a fourth consecutive game. His continued absence shouldn't impact Charlotte's rotation.

Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Nets.

Williams will miss a third consecutive contest due to an ankle sprain. He's not part of the rotation, so his absence won't impact Charlotte's rotation.

Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Clippers.

Williams will be unavailable for a second straight contest due to an ankle sprain. He's spent much of the campaign with the Greensboro Swarm in the G League and has appeared in only three games for the Hornets.

Williams is unavailable for Saturday's game against the Bucks due to a left ankle sprain.

Williams is currently assigned to the Greensboro Swarm of the G League. He has only appeared in three games for the Hornets this season, so his absence is unlikely to affect the team's rotation.

Charlotte recalled Williams from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Wednesday.

Williams appeared in two contests during his fourth G League assignment, posting 31.5 points and 11.5 rebounds in 31.0 minutes per game. However, he hasn't seen game action at the NBA level since Oct. 28 and has totaled just 12 minutes across three appearances for the Hornets this season.

Williams has been assigned to the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Saturday.

Williams has made just three appearances for the Hornets this season and hasn't played in an NBA game since Oct. 28, when he registered seven points across seven minutes in a loss at Orlando. The former Duke standout should see far more playing time with Greensboro.

Charlotte recalled Williams from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Tuesday.

Williams totaled eight points (4-6 FG), seven rebounds and two blocks in 19 minutes during the Swarm's loss Monday and has returned to the NBA squad Tuesday. The rookie first-round pick hasn't seen game action for the Hornets since Oct. 28, so it's safe to assume he won't be part of Charlotte's rotation for Wednesday's matchup against Philadelphia.

Williams (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Wizards.

Williams has been dealing with a sprained left ankle recently but will be able to suit up Sunday. However, he shouldn't significantly impact the Hornets' rotation.

Williams (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Wizards.

Williams is questionable to miss his third consecutive game due to a left ankle sprain. Williams also hasn't played for the Hornets since Oct. 28 while in the G League. If the rookie big man can't go Sunday, his next opportunity will be Wednesday's game versus Philadelphia.

Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.

Williams continues to deal with a left ankle sprain that will force him to miss a second consecutive game. His next chance to suit up will be Sunday against Washington.

Williams (ankle) won't take the floor Wednesday versus the Pacers, Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Williams' doubtful designation on the injury suggested he was on a path toward missing the contest, so his unavailability hardly comes as a shock. Even when healthy, the rookie first-round selection doesn't project to be a huge contributor for the Hornets, logging a total of 12 minutes over his three appearances with the club so far this season.

Williams is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Pacers due to a left ankle sprain.

Williams sustained an ankle injury during Tuesday's appearance for the G League's Greensboro Swarm and was recalled Tuesday night. Although he's back with the parent club, it seems unlikely that he'll be able to suit up for the Hornets on Wednesday.

The Hornets assigned Williams to the G League Swarm on Thursday.

A first-round pick by the Hornets, Williams has appeared in just three games for the team thus far. He'll knock off some rust with the team's G League affiliate before presumably rejoining the NBA squad shortly.

Charlotte recalled Williams on Monday, Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Williams appeared in two G League games with Greensboro, posting 21.0 points, 15.5 rebounds and 2.0 blocks per game. The rookie big man saw limited action in three of the Hornets' first five games of the season, totaling 11 points and eight rebounds in 12 minutes.