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MAY 17, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Former Celtics forward 'disappointed' with no tribute video Grant Williams made his return to Boston in April, but the team didn't have a tribute video for him.

MAY 6, 2024 • MASSLIVE.COM

Grant Williams Reveals NBA Finals Prediction In a recent interview with Cedric Maxwell, Grant Williams discussed his NBA Finals predictions. Williams believes the Boston Celtics will ad...

MAY 5, 2024 • SI.COM

Will miss season finale Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Williams will miss back-to-back games due to an ankle injury to end his 2023-24 campaign. After a slow start with the Mavericks, Williams was shipped to Charlotte at the deadline and was a consistent producer. He made 29 appearances (10 starts) for the Hornets and averaged 13.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.1 steals-plus-blocks in 30.6 minutes per game. Williams is still under contract for three more seasons.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday Williams (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Williams was unable to play Friday against Boston, but the forward remains day-to-day. If he's unable to play, guys like Aleksej Pokusevski and Marques Bolden could step up.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Williams (ankle) won't play Friday night against the Celtics.

Impact Williams was being considered a game-time call due to a right ankle sprain, and it's been decided he's not healthy enough to suit up. Aleksej Pokusevski and Marques Bolden should see more chances at center with Williams and Nick Richard (foot) sidelined.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Williams is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Celtics due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Williams is in danger of missing his first game since Feb. 9 on Friday with an ankle injury. With Nick Richards (foot) also questionable, Aleksej Pokusevski and Marques Bolden could receive increased playing time.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in victory Williams posted 16 points (5-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Wednesday's 115-114 win over the Hawks.

Impact Williams drew a sixth consecutive start Wednesday and was nearly perfect from the floor in the narrow win. He's scored in double figures in five of his last six appearances, averaging 15.5 points, 5.7 assists and 5.3 rebounds in 33.5 minutes per game while shooting 55.6 percent from the floor.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet Sunday Williams finished Sunday's 121-118 loss to the Thunder with 19 points (7-10 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals in 38 minutes.

Impact Williams seems poised to end the season as a starter for the rebuilding Hornets, as he's been part of the first unit in his last four appearances. Perhaps more impressive is the fact that he was part of the first unit even though Nick Richards was back in the rotation following a three-game absence. Williams is averaging 10.3 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game when deployed in a starting lineup this season.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain in starting lineup Williams will start Sunday's game against the Thunder, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Despite Nick Richards (foot) being cleared to return following a three-game absence, Williams will remain in the starting lineup to combat Chet Holmgren. Over his last seven games (three starts), Williams has averaged 14.9 points, 6.0 rebounds and 5.0 assists in 31.6 minutes per game.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Williams (ankle) is available for Friday's game against Orlando.

Impact Williams was considered probable on the Hornets' initial injury report, and he'll officially be able to suit up despite his right ankle injury. Nick Richards (foot) is considered questionable for Friday's matchup, and if he's ruled out, Williams could be in line for a starting role.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Friday Williams (ankle) is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Magic.

Impact Despite dealing with a right ankle injury, Williams is expected to continue playing through it Friday. With Nick Richards (foot) questionable, Williams could draw another start at center against Orlando.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Wednesday Williams (ankle) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Williams will power through the ankle issue, and there's been no word on any sort of minutes restrictions, so he's safe to fire up in all formats for a favorable matchup against the Trail Blazers.

APRIL 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will likely play Wednesday Williams (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's game against Portland.

Impact Williams and Brandon Miller (wrist) have been upgraded from questionable to probable, while Miles Bridges (wrist) has been downgraded to doubtful. Nick Richards (foot) is also out, so Charlotte's frontcourt is expected to be shorthanded, opening up more playing time for Aleksej Pokusevski, Davis Bertans, Leaky Black and JT Thor.

APRIL 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Wednesday Williams is questionable for Wednesday's game against Portland due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Williams has been a key contributor to Charlotte's frontcourt of late, averaging 14.3 points, 6.8 rebounds and 4.0 assists in 30.8 minutes across his last four contests. Miles Bridges (wrist) is also questionable, but Nick Richards (foot) has been removed from the injury report to provide reinforcements if the Hornets are shorthanded Wednesday.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics star dishes on trash talk with former teammate in Hornets win Jayson Tatum had some friendly banter with Grant Williams in the Celtics win.

APRIL 2, 2024 • MASSLIVE.COM

Ex-Celtics forward raves about former team in rematch Grant Williams had a solid game against his old team as he finished with 23 points and seven rebounds.

APRIL 2, 2024 • MASSLIVE.COM

Bad teammate? Jayson Tatum stands strong for Grant Williams: 'He's a brother for life' The Hornets’ 118-104 loss to Boston on Monday night marked Grant Williams’ first game against the Celtics since Boston play-by-play commenta...

APRIL 2, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Scores 23 vs. former team Williams contributed 23 points (10-16 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds and two assists across 33 minutes during Monday's 118-104 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Williams got the start Monday due to Nick Richards (foot) being ruled out. Williams' performance against Boston was far better than the first time he faced the team that drafted him, when he registered just two points, three rebounds and two assists over 18 minutes as a member of the Mavericks. Since being acquired by the Hornets at the trade deadline, Williams is averaging 13.8 points on 49.8 percent shooting, 5.2 rebounds and 2.5 assists over 30.0 minutes per game.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting at center Williams will start Monday's game against the Celtics, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Williams came off the bench in his last nine appearances but will draw the start in Monday's matchup since Nick Richards (foot) has been ruled out. Over 37 starts this year, Williams has averaged 9.6 points and 4.1 rebounds in 29.5 minutes per game.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics at Hornets: Boston wraps up road trip against Grant Williams and Co. - The Boston Globe They'll return home to face the best-in-the-West Thunder on Wednesday.

APRIL 1, 2024 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Strong outing off bench Wednesday Williams contributed 16 points (6-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 118-111 victory over the Cavalier...

Impact Williams managed to eclipse 30 minutes on the court for the first time since March 15 against the Suns. He's struggled with his three-point shooting as of late, but he focused on interior scoring Wednesday as four of his six made shots came in the paint. Since being sent to the Hornets at the trade deadline, Williams is averaging 13.3 points on 48.3 percent shooting, 5.0 rebounds and 2.4 assists over 29.9 minutes per game.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

How Grant Williams Rediscovered His Low-Post Game The new Hornet has turned to his post-game in his new role in Charlotte

MARCH 18, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM