Lou Williams News, Rumors, Updates - Atlanta Hawks

Available vs. Warriors Williams (personal) is available for Friday's game against the Warriors, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Williams will return following a two-game absence. This month, he's averaged 5.7 points, 1.7 assists and 1.2 rebounds in 13.9 minutes.

MARCH 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Wednesday Williams (personal) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Pistons, Sarah K. Spencer of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Williams will miss a second straight game due to personal reasons. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against the Warriors.

MARCH 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Williams has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Knicks due to personal reasons, Chris Kirschner of The Athletic reports.

Impact Williams will miss his first contest since March 1. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Pistons, but it remains unclear if he'll be back with the team by then. In his absence, Delon Wright and Bogdan Bogdanovic (quadriceps) figure to see increased roles.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Thursday Williams (hip) will be available Thursday against Chicago, KL Chouinard of Hawks.com reports.

Impact As expected, Williams will return to the rotation after missing the previous two games. At this point in his career, the veteran has taken on a lesser role, averaging just 14.6 minutes per contest off the bench -- his fewest in any season since 2006-07.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely returning Thursday Williams (hip) is probable for Thursday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Williams has missed the past two games. His return likely won't have much of a fantasy impact, as the last time he scored in double digits was Jan. 26, and he saw only 14.2 minutes per game last month.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Tuesday Williams (hip) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Celtics, Brad Rowland of PeachtreeHoops.com reports.

Impact Williams is slated to miss his second straight game due to hip discomfort. In his absence, Kevin Huerter, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Delon Wright are all candidates for increased roles.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Williams is out for Saturday's game against the Raptors due to hip discomfort, Mike Conti of the Atlanta Hawks Radio Network reports.

Impact Williams has appeared in four straight games, but he's struggled, shooting just 31.8 percent from the field. He'll get some time off before the Hawks' next game, which is Tuesday against the Celtics. In his stead, more minutes could be in store for Kevin Huerter and other backcourt players.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go vs. CHI Williams (hamstring) is available for Thursday's game against the Bulls, Brad Rowland of PeachtreeHoops.com reports.

Impact Williams was dealing with tension in his left hamstring prior to the All-Star break, but he'll be back in the rotation as the Hawks start the second portion of the NBA season. The veteran guard is averaging 6.8 points, 1.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 14.7 minutes per game this season.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Thursday Williams is questionable for Thursday's game against Chicago due to left hamstring tension, Chris Kirschner of The Athletic reports.

Impact Williams dealt with a hamstring injury prior to the All-Star break, and he's still bothered by the issue as Atlanta prepares to return to play. If he's unavailable against the Bulls, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Delon Wright should see increased playing time.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks' Williams has knee surgery Hawks guard Lou Williams underwent surgery to repair a tear to his anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee Thursday.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • AJC.COM

Makes return from hamstring issue Williams (hamstring) supplied three points (1-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one steal across 15 minutes Sunday in the Hawks' 105-95 loss to the Celtics.

Impact After sitting out the past three games with the hamstring injury, Williams re-entered head coach Nate McMillan's rotation, filling his normal role as the Hawks' second guard off the bench. In order for Williams to pick up enough playing time to garner appeal in 12-team leagues, he'll likely need the Hawks to be without at least two of Trae Young, Bogdan Bogdanovic, Kevin Huerter and Delon Wright for an extended period of time.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Williams (hamstring) is off the injury report for Sunday's matchup against the Celtics, Brad Rowland of PeachtreeHoops.com reports.

Impact After three missed games, Williams will be back in the fold Sunday. Over his past 10 games, the veteran has averaged 8.0 points, 3.3 assists and 1.5 rebounds in 15.3 minutes.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Friday Williams (hamstring) didn't appear in Friday's game against the Spurs, Brad Rowland of PeachtreeHoops.com reports.

Impact Williams was active for Friday's matchup, but coach Nate McMillan said after the game that the team elected to give the 35-year-old another night off since he was still bothered by his hamstring injury. It's not yet clear whether he'll play Sunday against Boston.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday Williams (hamstring) is available for Friday's game against the Spurs, Chris Kirschner of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Hawks have a spotless injury report Friday. Since the New Year, Williams is averaging 6.9 points, 3.2 assists and 1.6 rebounds in 15.3 minutes.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Spurs Williams (hamstring) is questionable for Friday's game against San Antonio, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.

Impact Williams missed the past two games with the hamstring injury but may be able to retake the court Friday. The veteran guard has averaged 8.0 points, 1.6 rebounds and 3.6 assists in 16.2 minutes off the bench over his past five games and should fill a similar role if available against the Spurs.

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Tuesday Williams (hamstring) will be not be available for Tuesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact As expected, the veteran will miss a second straight game due to "tension" in his left hamstring. The Hawks have a pair of off days Wednesday and Thursday, so Williams should have a decent chance to return to action Friday against the Spurs.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Tuesday Williams (hamstring) is doubtful for Tuesday's contest against the Pacers, Chris Kirschner of The Athletic reports.

Impact Williams is expected to miss a second straight contest due to left hamstring soreness. If he's ruled out, Delon Wright will once again operate as Atlanta's top guard off the bench.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Williams (hamstring) is unavailable for Sunday's game against Dallas, Chris Kirschner of The Athletic reports.

Impact Williams was questionable with hamstring soreness and won't be available Sunday. Delon Wright will operate as Atlanta's top guard off the bench versus the Mavericks.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Sunday Williams is questionable for Sunday's game against the Mavericks due to left hamstring tension.

Impact Williams had been recently bothered by a back injury, but now a hamstring issue has cropped up. If he sits, more minutes would be available for Delon Wright, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Kevin Huerter.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday Williams (back) is available Friday against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of The Athletic reports.

Impact Williams returns following a one-game absence. Over the past five games, he's averaged 9.6 points, 4.4 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 16.6 minutes.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Friday Williams (back) is questionable for Friday's matchup against the Raptors, Brad Rowland of PeachtreeHoops.com reports.

Impact Williams sat out Thursday due to back spasms. If he's out again Friday, more minutes could be in store for Bogdan Bogdanovic and Kevin Huerter.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Thursday Williams has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Suns due to low back spasms.

Impact Williams played at least 15 minutes off the bench in each of the last five games, but he'll sit out in the first half of a back-to-back set Thursday. Delon Wright and Skylar Mays could see a slight uptick in playing time in Williams' absence.

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 15 points off bench Williams had 15 points (5-7 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and five assists over 19 minutes during Wednesday's 121-104 victory over the Kings.

Impact Williams made all three of his three-point attempts en route to a season-high 15 points. Delon Wright has overtaken Williams as the primary backup to Trae Young, which has resulted in very few fantasy relevant performances for Williams. On the season, the veteran point guard is averaging just 7.0 points, 1.8 assists and 1.5 rebounds in 14.5 minutes.

JANUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 24, 2022 • SI.COM

Scores seven off bench Williams racked up seven points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and four assists over 14 minutes during Saturday's 117-108 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Williams has only appeared in four games since Dec. 17. First, he was sidelined for five games due to COVID-19 protocols, but his recent four-game absence appears to have been coach Nate McMillan's decision. Delon Wright continues to operate as the primary backup to Trae Young this season, and Williams' role with the team moving forward is unclear. His name will likely be mentioned frequently leading up to the Feb. 10 trade deadline.

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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