Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Grabs eight boards in loss
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Williams put up four points (2-4 FG), eight rebounds and two assists in Wednesday's 109-99 loss to the Thunder.
Williams played in just his fifth game of the season Wednesday night, and did not contribute much offensively, but still managed to snag eight rebounds, his third in which he's gotten that many. As Williams continue to transition to game speed after missing the first nine games of the season, expect him to be more involved moving forward.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Available Sunday vs. Atlanta
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Williams (rest) will be available against the Hawks on Sunday.
After sitting out the Trail Blazers' first nine games of the 2024-25 regular season due to a hamstring injury, Williams returned for the next three contests and averaged 12.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.7 blocks and 1.7 steals over 17.7 minutes per game. He was held out of this past Wednesday's game against Minnesota, but he will return Sunday following three days of additional rest. Williams could see big minutes off the bench if Deandre Ayton (finger) is unable to play.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Resting Wednesday
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Williams has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves due to rest.
Williams has missed considerable time due to injuries over the previous two seasons, so Portland's decision to hold him out for the second leg of a back-to-back set comes as little surprise. The 27-year-old logged a season-high 25 minutes Tuesday and should be fresh for the Trail Blazers' next game Sunday versus Atlanta.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Excellent in win Tuesday
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Williams produced 19 points (9-10 FG, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, three blocks and three steals across 25 minutes during Tuesday's 122-108 win over Minnesota.
Williams looked dominant on both ends of the court Tuesday and delivered one of his best outings in recent memory, taking full advantage Deandre Ayton's (finger) absence. His status for Wednesday's rematch against the Timberwolves is uncertain, however, as Williams acknowledged after the contest that he could be rested for the second half of a back-to-back set with Minnesota, according to Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland. The potential absence of Williams would lead to even more minutes for Donovan Clingan, especially if Ayton remains sidelined as well.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Returns to game Tuesday
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Williams has returned to Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.
Williams went back to the locker room in the second quarter, though he was able to come back for the third. The big man should be able to handle his normal workload the rest of the way.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Goes to locker room Tuesday
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Williams (undisclosed) went back to the locker room in the second quarter of Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.
Williams left the game and went straight back to the locker room with a trainer. The nature of the injury is currently unknown, and if the big man is unable to return, Kris Murray and Deni Avdija could see an uptick in playing time with Deandre Ayton (finger) ruled out prior to the game.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Strong showing in season debut
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Williams (hamstring) tallied 13 points (4-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block across 17 minutes in Friday's 127-102 loss to the Timberwolves.
After completing his recovery from a hamstring strain that sidelined him for Portland's first eight games of the season, Williams was cleared to play ahead of Monday's game against the Pelicans, but he didn't see any minutes in that contest. He again went unused in Thursday's 118-105 loss to the Spurs, but head coach Chauncey Billups opened up room in the rotation for Williams on the second leg of the back-to-back set. Though Williams is best suited for playing center, he saw some time at power forward Friday alongside rookie center Donovan Clingan. Williams produced well during his time on the court and even knocked down the first three-pointer of his career, which could inspire Billups to keep deploying Williams alongside either Clingan or starting center Deandre Ayton. While Williams has been a strong per-minute performer throughout his career, the Trail Blazers could look to keep him under 20 minutes in most games in an effort to manage his health after injuries have limited him to just 41 total appearances over the prior two seasons.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Gets green light
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Williams (hamstring) has been cleared to play Monday night against New Orleans.
This will mark Williams' first game action of the 2024-25 campaign as he's finally been able to put a hamstring injury behind him. Expect Portland to keep a close eye on his minutes, especially considering his extensive injury history.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Upgraded to probable
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Williams (hamstring) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's game against the Pelicans.
Williams was upgraded to questionable before this update and continues to trend in the right direction. With Williams likely to make his season debut, it's fair to expect restrictions if he does get the green light to suit up. With Portland's frontcourt being so crowded, it will be hard for Williams to break out in a big way.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Upgraded to questionable
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Williams (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pelicans.
Williams has a chance to make his season debut Monday, but if cleared, he'll presumably have a heavy minute restriction. The oft-injured big man has made only 41 regular-season appearances since the 2021-22 campaign, including six during his first season in Portland last year.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Another absence coming
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Williams (hamstring) is out for Saturday's game versus the Suns.
Williams has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a left hamstring strain. The 27-year-old big man's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with New Orleans.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Ruled out Friday
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Williams (hamstring) won't play Friday against the Thunder.
Williams continues to miss time to open the 2024-25 regular season while recovering from a left hamstring strain. His next opportunity to suit up will arrive Saturday in Phoenix.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Out again Wednesday
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Williams (hamstring) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Clippers.
Williams has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a left hamstring strain. His next chance to play is Friday's matchup with the Thunder.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Out Monday
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Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Kings.
Coach Chauncey Billups said Sunday that Williams is progressing toward a return, but the big man will remain out for at least one more game. Williams' next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Clippers. However, given his injury history, even when he's cleared to suit up, Williams will likely face heavy minute restrictions.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Progressing toward return
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Coach Chauncey Billups said Sunday that Williams (hamstring), who is out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans, is "getting back out on the court," though Billups specified he is not certain when Williams will return, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.
Williams has yet to play during the 2024-25 campaign due to a left hamstring strain. However, Billups made it clear he is not sure when the big man will return, and the team is likely working him back to playing form slowly. Williams' next chance to suit up will come on the second day of a back-to-back set Monday versus the Kings.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Not playing Sunday
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Williams (hamstring) is out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Williams continues to deal with a hamstring injury and is set to miss a third straight game. His next chance to play will come against the Kings on Monday, but with that being the second half of a back-to-back set, he could miss that contest too. With Williams out, Donovan Clingan should continue to see steady minutes as Deandre Ayton's backup.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Remains out against New Orleans
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Williams (hamstring) won't play in Friday's game versus the Pelicans, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.
Williams will miss his second straight contest to begin the regular season Friday while dealing with a left hamstring strain. However, Williams is ramping up toward a return, with his next chance to suit up being Sunday's rematch with the Pelicans.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Officially out Wednesday
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Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Warriors.
The big man will begin the season on the sidelines, though the club is hopeful he will return to game action soon, according to Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com. If the 27-year-old misses additional time, Donovan Clingan and Duop Reath are candidates for more playing time. Williams' next chance to suit up will come Friday against New Orleans.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Not expected to play Wednesday
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Coach Chauncey Billups said Williams (hamstring) isn't expected to play in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Warriors, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.
Williams suffered a Grade 1 hamstring strain during training camp and is still working his way back to full strength. If he's sidelined, Donovan Clingan and Duop Reath would likely see backup minutes behind Deandre Ayton.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Active at shootaround Friday
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Williams (hamstring) was a limited participant during Friday's practice, Sean Highkin of RoseGardenReport.com reports.
Williams is dealing with a grade 1 left hamstring strain that he sustained during training camp and will be reevaluated before the start of the regular season. The 26-year-old and the club are aiming for a return to game action by Opening Night, and Williams' ability to run during practice bodes well for his status. However, even when healthy, Williams' playing time will likely be monitored given his injury-plagued past.
