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OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 14 hours ago
Due to Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein being out, Williams was inserted into the Thunder starting lineup for the ninth time this season. And he took full advantage of the opportunity, putting up a career-high 30 points and his third double-double of the season. Wednesday’s game was the second in as many nights for the Thunder, so fantasy managers will need to consider that when evaluating JayWill for the rest of Week 18. However, if Holmgren or Hartenstein can’t play in Friday’s game against the Nuggets, Williams will be worth a long look in deep leagues.
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 17 hours ago
The Thunder won’t have Chet Holmgren or Isaiah Hartenstein for Wednesday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Wiggins and JayWill will fill the resulting voids, and both players are worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
22 days ago
With the Thunder down to eight active players, JayWill took on a prominent role within the team’s offense. His ability to facilitate was something Oklahoma City drew on throughout the game, and he finished with four assists and a double-double. Williams’ fantasy value moving forward depends on the availability of Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein, who both sat out Wednesday’s game. With the Thunder off until Saturday, there’s no need to add Williams immediately. But he’ll be worth streaming the next time Oklahoma City is down its starting two bigs.
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
23 days ago
Williams is dealing with a left shoulder contusion, but is available for Tuesday’s game against the Magic after he was initially listed as questionable. While he could remain in the starting lineup ahead of Isaiah Hartenstein, those roles will be reversed eventually as Hartenstein offers more value.
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
24 days ago
Both Chet Holmgren (back) and Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) are questionable as well, so Williams has a chance to start if he plays and the other don’t. However, that is the only path to fantasy relevance for him, and he shouldn’t be streamed in unless that scenario occurs.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 1 month ago
Aaron Wiggins is back after a two-game absence, but he will come off the bench. JayWill is the fifth starter for Sunday’s game, with Isaiah Joe moving to the bench. Williams isn’t a great streaming option here, as SGA and Holmgren are available.
Source: Blake Murphy
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 1 month ago
Williams was also questionable ahead of Wednesday’s win over the Bucks, but he did not play. If JayWill has to miss another game, Kenrich Williams and Branden Carlson will benefit the most in terms of playing time. “Kenny Hustle” would be worthy of streaming consideration in deep leagues, but he should not be considered a must-add player.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 1 month ago
Williams exited Monday’s win over the Cavaliers during the first half with a left glute contusion. Kenrich Williams started the third quarter and finished with five points, four rebounds, three assists and one blocked shot. “Kenny Hustle” would not be worth the risk if JayWill remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 1 month ago
Williams got the starting nod in place of Jalen Williams, which was to help the Thunder match up better with the Cavs’ big frontcourt. Kenrich Williams will start in place of Jaylin Williams to start the second half and should receive a nice boost in playing time if he remains the starter beyond this game.
Source: Nick Gallo
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 1 month ago
The Thunder will be without Jalen Williams (hamstring) for at least two weeks, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Due to the matchup, JayWill moves into the starting lineup alongside Holmgren. Ajay Mitchell should still play plenty, but his fantasy ceiling is slightly lower since he won’t be starting on Monday.
Source: NBA Lineups
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 2 months ago
Williams has not appeared in a game since December 13, but that may change on Sunday. While his playing time is unlikely to affect fantasy basketball, JayWill gives Oklahoma City another option to call on in the frontcourt with Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 2 months ago
It has been nearly a month since Williams last appeared in a game. With Isaiah Hartenstein and Chet Holmgren also out for Friday’s game, Branden Carlson will play a lot against the Grizzlies.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 2 months ago
Williams has not appeared in a game since December 13. With Isaiah Hartenstein also out, Branden Carlson has played rotation minutes off the bench. That said, there’s no need to consider streaming him.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 2 months ago
Williams, who last appeared in a game on December 13, is still dealing with left heel bursitis. With Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) also out, Branden Carlson may play rotation minutes off the bench. He is not worth the streaming risk.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 2 months ago
Due to left heel bursitis, Williams has not appeared in a game since December 13. With the Thunder also being without Isaiah Hartenstein (calf), Branden Carlson has moved into the rotation. However, he has not been productive enough to merit being streamed while Oklahoma City is down two rotation frontcourt players.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
about 2 months ago
Williams has been sidelined since Dec. 13 and will remain out for another game. With Isaiah Hartenstein also sidelined, OKC will rely on Branden Carlson for the backup center minutes behind Chet Holmgren.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
2 months ago
Williams has not appeared in a game since December 13, as he has been out with left heel bursitis. His absence does not significantly affect fantasy basketball, but it does make Branden Carlson the “break in case of emergency” post player if Isaiah Hartenstein or Chet Holmgren is limited.
Source: NBA Lineups
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
2 months ago
Williams has missed two games due to heel bursitis, and he’ll miss a third on Monday. With Isaiah Hartenstein also out, Branden Carlson may enter the rotation. However, he would not be worth rostering in redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
2 months ago
Williams is set to miss another game with right heel bursitis. The 25-year-old power forward’s absence isn’t enough to impact fantasy basketball for the Thunder’s rotation much with Isaiah Hartenstein off the injury report.
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
2 months ago
By itself, Williams’ absence would not affect fantasy basketball. However, with Isaiah Hartenstein also out, the Thunder need to account for the lack of two rotation post players. Branden Carlson is available, but even if he plays, the minutes won’t be enough to justify streaming him in any fantasy league.
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
3 months ago
Williams is off the injury report after a sore left shoulder sidelined him for Saturday’s win over the Hornets. He’ll provide depth behind Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein, which is not a good place to be in terms of fantasy potential.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
3 months ago
Williams is dealing with a sore left shoulder and will not be available for Saturday’s game. With starters Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein available, JayWill’s absence will not significantly impact fantasy basketball. Ousmane Dieng may pick up additional rotation minutes, but there’s no need to stream him in any leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
4 months ago
Williams has been upgraded from questionable to available for Tuesday’s game. He played well as a starter in Sunday’s win over the Pelicans, but that was with Chet Holmgren unavailable. Holmgren is back, so JayWill will likely come off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
4 months ago
Williams, who started Sunday’s win over the Pelicans in place of the ill Luguentz Dort, is dealing with a sprained left shoulder. The impact of JayWill’s potential absence hinges upon Dort’s availability, as he is also questionable for Tuesday night. If Dort returns, Williams’ opportunities will decrease, especially with Chet Holmgren (back) available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
4 months ago
Williams will slide into the starting lineup to replace Luguentz Dort, who is sidelined due to an illness. Chet Holmgren (back) is also sidelined again, which allows Williams to start in the frontcourt next to Hartenstein to form a taller starting frontcourt to match up with Zion Williamson and Yves Missi.
Source: Rylan Stiles
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
8 months ago
Instead of picking up Williams’ option for the 2025-26 season worth $2.1 million, the Thunder declined to give him a far superior deal. The third year of Jay Will’s new contract will be a team option. A preseason hamstring injury limited Williams to 47 games during the regular season, but he is a valued reserve for the NBA champions. He recorded four double-doubles and three triple-doubles, stepping up to provide value on nights when Chet Holmgren or Isaiah Hartenstein was unavailable. As was the case this season, Williams will likely be most valuable to fantasy managers as a streamer in 2025-26.
Source: Shams Charania
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
11 months ago
Williams injured his ankle just two minutes into the game, and there is no reason for him to play through it in a meaningless game. Branden Carlson will fill out the center minutes in this game.
Source: Brandon Rahbar
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
11 months ago
Williams has been a stud whenever the Thunder give Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein rest, and that continued in this game. He has started three times since the All-Star break and has recorded a triple-double in each of them. Williams only needed 25 minutes to reach those marks on Friday, and he was even able to add a self-lob off the glass to make things fancy. Williams should remain in the starting unit for the season finale in New Orleans on Sunday and should be in for another big night.
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
11 months ago
While Williams would have a decent chance of logging rotation minutes if he were healthy, that is not the case for Ducas. Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein will continue to dominate the playing time at the center position on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Power Forward and Center • #6
11 months ago
With both Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein healthy, Williams wouldn’t have played a large role even if he was healthy. This will be a second-straight absence for him. Ducas has only played more than 10 minutes in a game twice this season. His continued absence will not impact the Thunder rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report