Vince Williams Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Memphis Grizzlies

Downgraded to doubtful Williams (shoulder) is doubtful for Sunday's game versus the Clippers.

Impact Williams and Jake LaRavia (back) have both been downgraded to doubtful after initially being left off the injury report. Williams has totaled just eight minutes at the NBA level since Jan. 4, so his expected absence shouldn't impact the Grizzlies' rotation.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up to NBA Williams was transferred to the Grizzlies on Saturday from the G League's Memphis Hustle.

Impact Williams was recalled by the Grizzlies on Saturday along with Ziaire Williams, Jake LaRavia, Kennedy Chandler and Kenneth Lofton. Although Williams is expected to be available for Saturday's game against the Nuggets, it's unlikely he will see the court considering he hasn't appeared in an NBA game since Jan. 23.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins NBA team The Grizzlies recalled Williams from the G League's Memphis Hustle ahead of Tuesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact The two-way rookie out of VCU looks as though he'll be available off the bench Tuesday, but he's unlikely to be included in head coach Taylor Jenkins' rotation and may only see the court in a late-game, garbage-time scenario.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to the G League Williams has been transferred back to the Memphis Hustle in the G League.

Impact Williams did not see the floor in his latest stint with the Grizzlies and has made a total of nine appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transferred to parent club The Grizzlies transferred Williams to the NBA club from the G League's Memphis Hustle on Sunday.

Impact Williams, Kenneth Lofton, Jake LaRavia and Kennedy Chandler were all elevated and will be available for Sunday's game against Toronto. Williams has made nine NBA appearances this season and is averaging 5.4 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins NBA team The Grizzlies recalled Williams from the G League's Memphis Hustle on Wednesday.

Impact Williams will rejoin the parent club ahead of Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, but with the Grizzlies at full strength with the exception of Danny Green (knee), the rookie isn't guaranteed to dress for the contest. While suiting up for the Hustle in the G League affiliate's 140-131 win over the Santa Cruz Warriors on Tuesday, Williams played 31 minutes and finished with 21 points (7-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins parent club Williams was recalled from the G League by the Grizzlies on Sunday.

Impact Williams has gone back and forth between the Hustle and the Grizzlies this season, and he'll return to the NBA club ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Jazz. The 22-year-old has appeared in only eight NBA games this season.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with parent club Williams was transferred from the G League's Memphis Hustle to the Grizzlies on Wednesday.

Impact Williams was sent to the G League on Monday, but he'll rejoin the parent club before Wednesday's matchup against the Hornets. He's averaged just 5.9 minutes per game over seven appearances with the Grizzlies this year.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to G League Williams was assigned to the G League Hustle on Monday.

Impact Williams managed to see the court in the Grizzlies' last contest, logging a singular minute in their win over Sacramento. However, he'll return to the G League on Monday, where he should see significantly more game action.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transferred to parent club Williams was transferred to the Grizzlies on Saturday.

Impact Williams spent the last week and a half with the G League's Memphis Hustle, but he'll rejoin the parent club ahead of Saturday's game against the Pelicans. He's averaged 1.2 points in 6.7 minutes per game over six appearances with the Grizzlies this year.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to G League The Grizzlies assigned Williams to the Memphis Hustle of the G League on Tuesday.

Impact Williams will spend time in the G League as he is on a two-way deal. The rookie forward has appeared in only six games for the Grizzlies this season.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Williams (illness) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Williams was forced to miss Saturday's contest due to illness, but he'll be available for his squad's upcoming matchup. He's struggled to see consistent playing time so far this year, averaging 1.2 points in 6.7 minutes over six appearances.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined Saturday Williams (illness) will sit out Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Williams was initially listed as doubtful for the contest and will not be able to give it a go. However, his absence will have a very minimal fantasy impact. Wiliams' next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday in Denver.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Saturday Williams was added to the injury report due to a non-COVID illness as doubtful ahead of Saturday's meeting with the Thunder.

Impact Williams has split time with the G League affiliate Memphis Hustle but is likely to miss Saturday's game with the NBA club. He has appeared in just six games this season and doesn't factor into the nightly rotation.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transferred to parent club Williams was transferred to the Grizzlies on Friday.

Impact Williams played a significant role with the G League's Memphis Hustle but hasn't had a consistent spot in the Grizzlies' rotation. Over six NBA appearances, Williams has averaged 1.2 points in 6.7 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs career-high 14 minutes Williams finished Monday's 101-93 win over Miami with zero points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds and two steals in 14 minutes.

Impact Williams saw meaningful minutes for the first time in his career, slotting in as the Grizzlies ran with an undermanned lineup. Unfortunately, he failed to offer much outside of two steals, and despite the feel-good storyline, he can be safely left on waivers across all formats.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Slated for brief G League stint Williams will join the Grizzlies G League affiliate Memphis Hustle on Monday before returning for Tuesday's game against Sacramento.

Impact The Grizzlies felt the need to give Williams more playing time, opting to send him down to the G League for just one game before bringing him back up to the active roster. Williams has only received garbage-time run with the Grizzlies this year, appearing in only four games and averaging 5.3 minutes per appearance.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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