Robert Williams III News, Rumors, Updates - Portland Trail Blazers

Available to play Williams (knee) is available for Friday's game in New York.

Impact Williams is back after a one-game stint on the sidelines and his return will likely result in Yang Hansen falling out of the rotation. Williams is averaging 6.0 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game this season.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Williams is questionable for Friday's game against the Knicks due to left knee injury management

Impact The Trail Blazers are likely to check back in on Williams' health closer to Friday's tipoff. With Duop Reath having undergone season-ending surgery Thursday, Portland could be left with rookie first-rounder Yang Hansen to step into the No. 2 center gig behind Donovan Clingan.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

New York takes on Portland, looks for 5th straight victory

New York hosts Portland aiming to continue its four-game win streak

JANUARY 29 • Associated Press

Robert Williams makes brutally honest admission about his Celtics exit Robert Williams III shares what it was like for him to watch the Celtics win a championship without him.

JANUARY 28 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Former Celtics Champion Will Reportedly Miss Reunion With Injury - NESN.com The Boston Celtics had a nice reunion with Jrue Holiday and Robert Williams III on Monday when the Portland Trail Blazers came to town. The...

JANUARY 28 • NESN.COM

Sitting out Tuesday Williams won't play in Tuesday's game against the Wizards due to left knee injury management, per Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site.

Impact Tuesday is the back end of the Trail Blazers' back-to-back set, so it's not a shock to see the oft-injured big man receive a maintenance day. The expectation is that Williams will be available to play Friday against the Knicks. Portland is down to rookie first-rounder Yang Hansen as the top backup center behind Donovan Clingan.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Williams is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards due to left knee injury management.

Impact Tuesday is the second part of a back-to-back, which means the veteran center is at risk of sitting out. With Duop Reath (foot) already ruled out, Portland could need rookie big man Yang Hansen to take on the No. 2 center spot behind Donovan Clingan.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 27 • YOUTUBE

Good to go Monday Williams (knee) has been cleared to play Monday against the Celtics.

Impact Williams missed Friday's game against the Raptors due to a left knee injury, but he'll be available off the bench Monday night. He's averaging 7.3 points, 8.8 rebounds and 1.8 blocks in his last four appearances.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Monday Williams (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Williams has missed two of Portland's last three games while managing a left knee injury but could be available for Monday's contest against the team that selected him in the first round of the 2018 NBA Draft. If Williams is unable to play, then Yang Hansen would serve as the top backup big man behind Donovan Clingan.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics host the Trail Blazers for cross-conference matchup

Portland faces Boston for a non-conference matchup

JANUARY 25 • Associated Press

Inactive Friday Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Raptors, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Williams will be inactive Friday as part of left knee injury management. In nine January appearances, the big man is averaging 5.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 blocks in 15.8 minutes per contest. With both Williams and Duop Reath (foot) sidelined, Yang Hansen could slot in as Donovan Clingan's backup at center.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable Friday Williams is questionable for Friday's game against Toronto due to left knee injury management.

Impact Portland is deciding whether or not to give Williams the night off for the second half of their back-to-back set. With Duop Reath (foot) also questionable, rookie first-rounder Yang Hansen could have the opportunity to play the backup center role behind Donovan Clingan.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Thursday Williams (knee) has been cleared to play Thursday against the Heat, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

Impact Williams has officially been cleared to return following a one-game absence due to a left knee injury. He'll presumably be deployed off the bench Thursday and is averaging 6.0 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.3 assists in his previous seven appearances as a reserve.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Thursday Williams (knee) is probable for Thursday's game against the Heat.

Impact Williams appears in line for a return after missing Sunday's matchup against the Kings with a left knee injury. Expect confirmation on his availability closer to tipoff.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Tabbed questionable Williams (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against Miami.

Impact Williams is at risk of missing a second straight game due to left knee injury management. The 28-year-old center hasn't played both ends of a back-to-back this season, and with Thursday's contest being the opening leg of a back-to-back, it wouldn't be surprising to see Williams take a seat.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Trail Blazers play the Heat on 3-game win streak

Portland looks to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory over Miami

JANUARY 21 • Associated Press

Sweeping A Back-To-Back And Deni Finishes Fifth In All-Star Fan Voting On The Brief Case, Ep. 189

JANUARY 20 • YOUTUBE

Deni Avdija scores 26 points in return from back injury, Trail Blazers beat Kings 117-110

Deni Avdija had 26 points, eight assists and eight rebounds in his return from a back injury to help the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Sacramento Kings 117-110 on Sunday night

JANUARY 19 • Associated Press

Downgraded to out Williams (knee) won't play Sunday against Sacramento, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Williams was added to the injury report earlier in the afternoon due to left knee injury management, and he's since been downgraded to out. This likely opens up some playing time for Yang Hansen behind Donovan Clingan.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Sunday Williams is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Kings due to left knee injury management.

Impact The Trail Blazers play the second leg of their back-to-back set Sunday, so Williams will likely be sidelined in order to manage a lingering left knee injury. Yang Hansen and Duop Reath should both see a bump in minutes Sunday, assuming Williams is sidelined.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Projected landing spot for Robert Williams is painfully clear for Blazers fans The Portland Trail Blazers could trade Robert Williams III to the Boston Celtics.

JANUARY 18 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Blazers face a brutal Robert Williams reality only a trade will fix The Portland Trail Blazers could trade Robert Williams at the deadline, as his injury history makes him too risky an investment.

JANUARY 17 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Blazers have made their stance on Robert Williams crystal clear The Portland Trail Blazers have made Robert Williams III available for trade leading up to the Feb. 5 deadline.

JANUARY 15 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Knicks end Trail Blazers' 5-game winning streak with 123-114 victory

Jalen Brunson had 26 points and the New York Knicks snapped the Portland Trail Blazers’ five-game winning streak with a 123-114 victory Sunday

JANUARY 12 • Associated Press

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New York takes on Portland, looks for 5th straight victory

Celtics host the Trail Blazers for cross-conference matchup

Trail Blazers play the Heat on 3-game win streak

Deni Avdija scores 26 points in return from back injury, Trail Blazers beat Kings 117-110

Knicks end Trail Blazers' 5-game winning streak with 123-114 victory