Jaylin Williams News, Rumors, Updates - Oklahoma City Thunder

Oklahoma City faces Los Angeles, aims for 7th straight home win

Oklahoma City heads into a matchup with Los Angeles as winners of six consecutive home games

APRIL 5, 2025 • Associated Press

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

Impact Williams is set for his second straight absence after picking up a left ankle sprain. His next opportunity to return will arrive Sunday against the Lakers.

APRIL 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City faces Houston, aims for 12th straight road win

Oklahoma City enters a matchup against Houston after winning 11 straight road games

APRIL 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't go Wednesday Williams (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's game against Detroit.

Impact Williams was added to the injury report Wednesday morning due to a sprained left ankle, and he'll end up missing the contest due to the issue. Kenrich Williams and Dillon Jones are the likeliest candidates to pick up more minutes. Williams' next chance to play will come Friday at Houston.

APRIL 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jaylin Williams nominated for 2024-25 NBA awards Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jaylin Williams nominated for 2024-25 NBA awards.

APRIL 2, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Late addition to injury report Williams is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pistons due to a left ankle sprain.

Impact Williams missed a contest recently due to a hip injury, but now, he's a late addition to the injury report with a new issue, which is never a good sign. If the backup big man is sidelined, there would be a few more minutes available for Kenrich Williams.

APRIL 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Monday Williams (hip) is listed as available for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Williams will return to game action after missing Saturday's win over Indiana due to left hip tightness. The 22-year-old center has made 13 appearances (two starts) in March, averaging 7.6 points, 5.9 rebounds and 2.6 assists across 17.9 minutes per contest.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Chicago Williams (hip) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Williams is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest due to left hip tightness. With Chet Holmgren (hip) and Isaiah Hartenstein (hip) also being listed as questionable for Monday's contest, Branden Carlson, Kenrich Williams and Dillon Jones could receive an uptick in playing time.

MARCH 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City takes on Chicago, seeks 10th straight victory

Oklahoma City hosts Chicago aiming to continue its nine-game win streak

MARCH 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Out against Indiana Williams (hip) will not play against the Pacers on Saturday.

Impact Williams was dealing with stiffness in his left hip during Thursday's game against the Grizzlies, and he was unable to shake his questionable tag for this contest. With Chet Holmgren (hip) also out, Isaiah Hartenstein could have a higher floor in fantasy, and Kenrich Williams could be utilized in small-ball lineups.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Indiana Williams (hip) has been listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Williams was dealing with stiffness in his left hip during Thursday's game against the Grizzlies, which has given him a questionable designation for Saturday's game against Indiana. If the big man can't play, the Thunder will likely lean on Kenrich Williams to shoulder the load in the frontcourt, along with Isaiah Hartenstein and Chet Holmgren.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City faces Indiana, seeks 9th straight win

Oklahoma City hosts Indiana aiming to extend its eight-game win streak

MARCH 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 37 as NBA-leading Thunder beat Grizzlies for team-record 61st victory

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points and Oklahoma City defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 125-104 as the Thunder won their eighth straight and team-record 61st game of the season

MARCH 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return Thursday Williams won't return to Thursday's game against the Grizzlies due to left hip stiffness, according to Steve McGehee of News 9 Oklahoma City.

Impact Williams won't return to Thursday's matchup due to a hip injury, but the problem shouldn't be serious. Williams' next chance to log minutes off the bench would come against the Pacers on Saturday, although that'd depend on how he progresses in his recovery process.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Productive off bench Williams chipped in 12 points (4-4 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block across 15 minutes during Sunday's 103-101 victory over the Clippers.

Impact Williams has been on quite the run for the Thunder. Over his last three games, he's leading the team in nine-category fantasy value, averaging 15.0 points, 9.7 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 0.7 steals and 3.0 three-pointers. Chet Holmgren (hip) was out Sunday, and the Thunder have been dialing back their key players to stay fresh for the playoffs, so Williams is worth holding onto going forward.

MARCH 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 26 as Thunder beat Clippers 103-101 for 6th straight victory

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 26 points and eight assists, Aaron Wiggins scored 19 points and the NBA-leading Oklahoma City Thunder extended their winning streak to six games by hold...

MARCH 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Continues solid stretch of play Williams logged 14 points (4-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds and four assists over 23 minutes during Friday's 141-106 win over the Hornets.

Impact Williams was coming off an impressive triple-double in the win over the 76ers on Wednesday, and even though he returned to his regular bench role Friday, he posted a solid performance once again. Even though his bench role limits his upside considerably, it's worth noting Williams has scored in double digits in four of his last eight contests. That said, the inconsistency in his numbers limits the fantasy appeal he might have in games where he's not starting.

MARCH 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench vs. Charlotte Williams Clemente Almanza of USA Today during Friday's game against the Hornets.

Impact After being a starter during Wednesday's win against the 76ers, Williams will return to a bench role Friday. In 32 games off the bench this season, the 22-year-old big man is averaging 4.3 points, 5.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game, shooting 38.4 percent from the floor.

MARCH 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Thunder's Jaylin Williams looks to keep buzz going vs. Hornets Deadspin | Thunder's Jaylin Williams looks to keep buzz going vs. Hornets

MARCH 21, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Here's what the OKC Thunder said about Jaylin Williams' 2nd career triple-double Here's what the Oklahoma City Thunder said about Jaylin Williams' 2nd career triple-double.

MARCH 20, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Thunder's other Jaylin Williams puts up Russell Westbrook-esque triple-double in career night | Sporting News Canada OKC might be the deepest team in the league.

MARCH 20, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Triple-doubles in spot start Williams closed with 19 points (7-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 17 rebounds, 11 assists and two steals over 38 minutes during Wednesday's 133-100 victory over Philadelphia.

Impact Williams recorded his second triple-double of the season, playing a sizeable role as the Thunder opted to rest a number of their stars. While this was undoubtedly the best performance of Williams' career, it is not something that is likely to repeat any time soon. Prior to Wednesday, he had scored a total of 15 points in four games, nine of which came in a win over the Nuggets.

MARCH 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Full Post Game Media Availability | OKC Thunder vs Philadelphia 76ers | March 19, 2025

MARCH 20, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Jaylin Williams triple-double helps short-handed Thunder rout 76ers Jaylin Williams scored a career-high 19 points and had 17 rebounds and 11 assists for his second career triple-double, and the Oklahoma City...

MARCH 20, 2025 • MCALL.COM

Jaylin Williams' triple-double helps short-handed Thunder cruise past 76ers 133-100

Jaylin Williams scored a career-high 19 points and had 17 rebounds and 11 assists for his second career triple-double, and the Oklahoma City Thunder cruised past the injury-deplete...

MARCH 20, 2025 • Associated Press

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