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

Cleared to play Sunday Williams (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Knicks, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Williams will suit up Sunday after leaving Friday's win over the Rockets early due to right knee soreness. In his previous five appearances before Friday's contest, the big man averaged 5.0 points and 5.6 rebounds in 16.6 minutes per game.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Probable to play Sunday Williams (knee) has been upgraded to probable for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Williams was initially listed as questionable due to right knee soreness after leaving Friday's win over the Rockets early, though he now appears likely to play Sunday. In his past five appearances prior to Friday's contest, the 28-year-old big man averaged 5.0 points and 5.6 rebounds in 16.6 minutes per tilt.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face New York Williams (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Williams left during the second quarter of the Trail Blazers' 111-105 win over the Rockets on Friday after sustaining a right knee injury. If he's not cleared to play Sunday, then Yang Hansen would be in line for a more prominent role off the bench behind starting center Donovan Clingan.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Blazers just got another dose of brutal Robert Williams reality Robert Williams exited the Trail Blazers win over the Rockets with a knee injury, leaving Portland to wonder how reliable their injury-prone...

JANUARY 10 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Won't return Friday Williams will not return to Friday's game against the Rockets due to a right knee injury.

Impact Williams logged under seven minutes before exiting, and he'll finish with three rebounds and one assist. With the big man sidelined, Yang Hansen could see an uptick in minutes behind Donovan Clingan the rest of the way. Williams' next chance to play will come Sunday against New York.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Williams could turn Blazers' Yang Hansen dilemma into a crisis Yang Hansen's rookie season struggles give the Portland Trail Blazers a shallow frontcourt if Robert Williams III is out of the picture.

JANUARY 9 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Good to go vs. Utah Williams (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Williams was held out of Saturday's win over San Antonio -- the second leg of a back-to-back set -- due to left knee injury management. However, he'll return to action Monday. Over his last five appearances, the big man has averaged 6.4 points and 7.8 rebounds in 17.6 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Probable against Jazz Williams is probable for Monday's game against the Jazz with left knee injury management.

Impact Confirmation on Williams' status should arrive at some point prior to Monday's tipoff. The veteran center is set to return from a one-game respite, but he hasn't eclipsed 20 minutes in any of his last eight appearances.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Blazers staring down a $13 million decision that shouldn't be this hard The Portland Trail Blazers have to decide whether to move Robert Williams' $13 million salary by the Feb. 5 trade deadline.

JANUARY 5 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Iffy for Monday Williams (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Williams was held out of Saturday's win over San Antonio -- the second leg of a back-to-back set -- due to left knee injury management, and he's in jeopardy of missing Monday's contest as well. If the big man isn't cleared to play against Utah, Yang Hansen could remain in the Portland rotation.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Avdija, Trail Blazers to host George and the Jazz

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JANUARY 4 • Associated Press

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

Impact Williams has played in each of the Trail Blazers' last three games, including Friday's win against the Pelicans, when he finished with four points, six rebounds, one assist and one block over 18 minutes. The veteran center will sit for the second leg of Portland's back-to-back set Saturday while managing a left knee injury, so Yang Hansen and Duop Reath are candidates to see their minutes off the bench increase while providing big man depth behind starter Donovan Clingan. Williams' next opportunity to play is Monday against the Jazz.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Williams' fate with Blazers has become painfully obvious Portland Trail Blazers big man Robert Williams III has become a popular trade candidate leading up to the Feb. 5 deadline.

JANUARY 2 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Painful Blazers truth that could prevent Robert Williams trade The Portland Trail Blazers still need Robert Williams III to help address frontcourt and defensive issues.

JANUARY 1 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Cleared to play Monday Williams (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact After sitting out Sunday's win over Boston due to left knee injury management, Williams will return for the second leg of this back-to-back set. Over his last five appearances, the big man has averaged 7.0 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 17.6 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Blazers have painfully obvious Robert Williams trade partner The Los Angeles Lakers are a logical landing spot for Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Questionable against Dallas Williams is questionable for Monday's game against Dallas due to left knee injury management.

Impact The Trail Blazers are considering holding Williams out for the second half of their back-to-back. Yang Hansen and Duop Reath could split the backup center minutes in the event that Williams is sidelined.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas faces Portland on 6-game road slide

Dallas is looking to break its six-game road losing streak with a win against Portland

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Celtics Won't Face Two Former Players During Matchup Vs. Trail Blazers Former Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday and center Robert Williams III won't play for the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • NESN.COM

Celtics missing out on reunions with former fan-favorite players Both Jrue Holiday and Robert Williams will be out for Sunday's matchup against the Celtics.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Sitting first end of B2B Williams (injury management) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Williams will be inactive for the first leg of Portland's back-to-back set. He's yet to play in both sides of a back-to-back this season. His absence should mean more minutes for Duop Reath and Yang Hansen. The Trail Blazers face the Mavericks on Monday.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Friday Williams (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Williams was held out of Tuesday's loss to Orlando due to left knee injury management but will return to action Friday. Over his last four games, the 28-year-old center has averaged 7.8 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists across 17.0 minutes per game off the bench.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable against Clippers Williams (knee) is probable for Friday's game against the Clippers

Impact Williams is likely to return from a one-game absence for knee injury management. The veteran big man has played fewer than 20 minutes in each of his last four appearances, and he should handle the backup role behind Donovan Clingan.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Boston Williams (knee) is questionable for Friday's matchup against the Celtics.

Impact Williams took Tuesday's loss to the Magic off for rest, and he may sit out again Friday. If that's the case, look for Duop Reath and Yang Hansen to potentially see increased roles.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles visits Portland following Leonard's 41-point game

Los Angeles visits the Portland Trail Blazers after Kawhi Leonard scored 41 points in the Clippers' 128-108 victory against the Houston Rockets

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

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