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Williams is in the Thunder's starting lineup against the Spurs on Wednesday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Williams will make his eighth start of the season Wednesday -- and fourth in the Thunder's last six games -- due to the absence of Isaiah Hartenstein (eye). Williams averaged 4.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.7 blocks over 25.0 minutes per game across his three prior starts.

Williams is part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Spurs, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Williams will make his first start of the season as the Thunder are down to just eight healthy players, including all three two-way players. Williams has scored in double figures in four of his last seven appearances after doing so just five times in his first 24 outings.

Joe is in the Thunder's starting lineup against the Spurs on Wednesday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Joe will enter the starting lineup for just the second time this season due to the absences of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (oblique) and Luguentz Dort (knee). Joe is coming off a 22-point performance in Wednesday's blowout win over the Magic, during which he connected on five of eight three-point attempts.

Aldama is available to play in Wednesday's game against Sacramento, but he'll play fewer minutes than normal, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Aldama will return from a four-game absence due to a right knee injury, but he'll have his minutes monitored. The 24-year-old forward is averaging 28.0 minutes per game this season, and it's unclear exactly how much he'll play Wednesday. Regardless, he is part of the starting lineup, per Frankie Cartoscelli of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140, and Aldama should have a high usage rate given the absence of Jaren Jackson (recently traded) and Ja Morant (elbow).

Pippen (toe) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Kings.

Pippen has yet to make his 2025-26 regular-season debut while recovering from left big toe surgery that he underwent in October. The good news for the fourth-year pro was that he was initially listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game, rather than being outright ruled out, indicating that he is getting closer to a return. Pippen's next chance to play is Friday against the Trail Blazers.

Olynyk (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Don Harris of News 4 San Antonio reports.

Olynyk has been a healthy DNP in each of the Spurs' last four games but will be held out of Wednesday's contest due to left foot soreness. His next chance to play is Thursday against the Mavericks, though Olynyk's return wouldn't impact the Spurs' rotation all that much.

Castle (thigh) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Thunder, Don Harris of News 4 San Antonio reports.

Castle is back after a one-game absence, which could result in Julian Champagnie or Devin Vassell heading back to the second unit. Castle is averaging 16.6 points, 7.0 assists, 5.0 rebounds, 1.1 triples and 1.3 steals per game this season.

Towns (forehead) has returned to Wednesday's game against Denver, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Towns and Spencer Jones collided earlier in the game, which resulted in Towns sustaining a gash above his right eye. He briefly went back to the locker room after the collision, but he's been given the green light to return. It's unclear if the injury required stitches or if he was simply being checked for a concussion.

Jones (head) is questionable to return to Wednesday's game against the Knicks, Bennett Durando of The Denver Post reports.

Jones went to the locker room after colliding with Karl-Anthony Towns in the first quarter, and the former is being evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Wednesday's game. Julian Strawther and Bruce Brown should see more minutes off the bench for as long as Jones is sidelined.

Thiero (knee) is out for Thursday's game against the 76ers, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Thiero remains out with a sprained right MCL, and a timeline for return has yet to be established. He's been sidelined since Dec. 30.