ROBERT WILLIAMS III NEWS

Perfect from field Williams amassed six points (3-3 FG), three rebounds, two assists and one steal across 15 minutes during Monday's 123-115 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Making his second appearance of the season, Williams didn't miss a shot and made the most of his limited minutes. The Trail Blazers are bringing along Yang Hansen very slowly, so Williams could absorb the bulk of the backup center minutes behind Donovan Clingan if he continues to build on this momentum.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Blazers must face the Robert Williams gut punch they can't ignore any longer Robert Williams' return to the Portland Trail Blazers gives them an opportunity to sell high on their injury-prone big man.

NOVEMBER 2 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Trail Blazers rookie Yang Hansen assigned to G-League after Robert Williams' return | Sporting News The Portland Trail Blazers recently made an interesting roster decision.

NOVEMBER 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Logs 11 minutes in return Williams finished with four points (2-2 FG, 0-1 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one block in 11 minutes during Friday's 109-107 win over the Nuggets.

Impact Williams made his season debut, playing as the primary backup behind Donovan Clingan. Given his long injury history, the fact that he is back on the floor is a huge positive. He would need to play upwards of 20 minutes per game to have any chance of putting up standard league value. At this stage, that seems like a pipe dream, at best.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Friday Williams (knee) will play Friday against the Nuggets, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Williams is set to make his regular-season debut, but he'll likely have a tight minutes cap. He could have value in a 20-minute role, but this is a wait-and-see situation for now. It'll be interesting to see how he impacts Donovan Clingan's playing time once he's fully up to speed.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Williams (knee) is questionable to play in Friday's game against the Nuggets, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Williams has yet to play a game this season, as the team has been cautious with his knee issue. If he's unable to play, Duop Reath and Yang Hansen will continue to receive more time on the floor.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets take on the Trail Blazers, look for 4th straight win

Denver will attempt to extend its three-game win streak with a victory over Portland

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Wednesday Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Williams is still recovering from arthroscopic surgery on his left knee that he underwent in March and has yet to make his season debut. The big man remains on assignment with the G League's Rip City Remix to get practice reps in. His next chance to suit up for the parent club will come Friday against the Nuggets.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Utah faces Portland following Markkanen's 51-point outing

Utah hosts the Portland Trail Blazers after Lauri Markkanen scored 51 points in the Utah Jazz's 138-134 overtime victory against the Phoenix Suns

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Former Celtics fan favorite has another brutal step in never-ending saga Ex-Boston Celtics big man Robert Williams III is being sent to the G League for reconditioning purposes.

OCTOBER 27 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Assigned to G League Williams (knee) has been assigned to the G League's Rip City Remix on Monday, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Williams has been assigned to the G League as the next step of his rehab, and he's likely to be recalled shortly. For now, it's safe to rule him out for Monday's game against the Lakers.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles hosts Portland following Reaves' 51-point performance

Los Angeles plays the Portland Trail Blazers after Austin Reaves scored 51 points in the Los Angeles Lakers' 127-120 victory against the Sacramento Kings

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Won't play Sunday Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Williams is still recovering from arthroscopic surgery on his left knee he underwent in March and has yet to make his season debut. His next opportunity to play will come in Monday's game against the Lakers.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Portland faces conference rival Golden State

Portland takes on Golden State in a matchup of Western Conference teams

OCTOBER 24 • Associated Press

Declared out vs. Warriors Williams (knee) is out for Friday's game against Golden State.

Impact Williams will sit out of Friday's matchup while continuing to rehab from arthroscopic knee surgery. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Sunday against the Clippers.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Latest Robert Williams III report should come as no surprise Robert Williams will not play in the Trail Blazers opening night game against the Timberwolves. However, the latest news about the Time Lord...

OCTOBER 22 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Won't play Wednesday Williams (knee) won't be available for the season opener Wednesday against Minnesota, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact The veteran big man was cleared for contact as of Monday's practice, but his rehab from March arthroscopic knee surgery will extend into the regular season. Until Williams is ready to play, rookie first-rounder Yang Hansen should face little competition in the backup center role behind Donovan Clingan.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for contact Williams (knee) participated in contact work at Monday's practice, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact It's a significant step in the right direction for Williams, who is recovering from knee surgery he underwent back in March. The veteran big man has a realistic chance of being available in Wednesday's season opener against the Timberwolves, perhaps hurting the upside of rookie big man Yang Hansen.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Season hasn't even started and Blazers already have a Robert Williams problem The 2025-26 NBA season has yet to begin, but the Portland Trail Blazers are already dealing with injury concerns surrounding center Robert W...

OCTOBER 19 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Still limited at training camp Williams (knee) still hasn't been cleared for contact, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Williams has participated in non-contact portions of training camp, and head coach Chauncey Billups in encouraged by the veteran big man's progress from his March arthroscopic knee surgery. Williams still remains unlikely to be available for Thursday's preseason opener in Golden State and perhaps a significant chunk of exhibition play beyond that. In the meantime, Yang Hansen and Duop Reath will battle for backup center minutes behind Donovan Clingan.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Concerning Robert Williams update should have Blazers fans worried Portland Trail Blazers general manager Joe Cronin provided an update on Robert Williams' health status that should concern fans.

SEPTEMBER 29 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Not fully cleared Trail Blazers general manager Joe Cronin said Monday that Williams (knee) has not been fully cleared to play, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Williams underwent arthroscopic surgery on March 20 to address inflammation in his left knee and was initially expected to miss four-to-six weeks, but he still hasn't been fully cleared ahead of training camp. The big man appeared in just 20 games last season, averaging 5.8 points and 5.9 rebounds in 17.6 minutes per contest. Durability has been a major concern for the Texas A&M product, as he hasn't played more than 35 games in a regular season since 2021-22.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

It's not even October and one Blazers player seems destined to be traded The 2025-26 season hasn't even started, yet Robert Williams III is emerging as a strong trade candidate for the Portland Trail Blazers.

SEPTEMBER 28 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Robert Williams trade won't happen for painfully obvious reason Robert Williams III will stay in Portland as the Trail Blazers value him higher than other teams around the league due to his injury history...

SEPTEMBER 9 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Blazers can't ignore devastating risk tied to Robert Williams' health The Portland Trail Blazers can no longer ignore Robert Williams III's injury history, and must explore trade options before it's too late.

SEPTEMBER 6 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM