ZIAIRE WILLIAMS #11 - SMALL FORWARD - LOS ANGELES LAKERS
11.2  PPG  •
3.0  RPG  •
2.2  APG 
#11 - SMALL FORWARD - LOS ANGELES LAKERS
11.2 PPG
3.0 RPG
2.2 APG
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Could play Friday Williams (foot) is questionable for Friday's game against Golden State.
Impact Williams started in each of the first four games of the regular season but was unable to play in Wednesday's 103-87 win over the Clippers due to a foot injury. Jake LaRavia would likely remain in the Lakers' starting five if Williams is not cleared to play Friday.
1 HOUR AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lakers rout Clippers 103-87 without Luka Doncic

Quentin Grimes scored 23 points, Collin Sexton added a season-high 21 points off the bench and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Clippers 103-87
20 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Luka Doncic sitting out Lakers' visit to Clippers with back tightness

Luka Doncic is sitting out of the Los Angeles Lakers’ game against the Los Angeles Clippers due to back tightness
1 DAY AGO • Associated Press
Ruled out Wednesday Williams (foot) is out for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Impact Williams is sitting out the second part of this back-to-back set. Sandro Mamukelashvili and Jake LaRavia seem to be the most likely options to replace Williams in the starting lineup.
1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE
Scores 11 points in loss Williams ended Tuesday's 136-129 loss to the Trail Blazers with 11 points (4-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, four assists and two steals in 29 minutes.
Impact Williams made the most of his limited offensive opportunities, connecting on four of five field-goal attempts while adding four assists and two steals. The 25-year-old forward has started each of the Lakers' first four games, giving him a relatively stable role despite his modest scoring volume. His ability to contribute across multiple categories makes him worth monitoring in deeper fantasy formats.
1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ja Morant, Damian Lillard lead unbeaten Trail Blazers past Lakers 136-129 despite Luka Doncic's 41

Ja Morant and Deni Avdija scored 23 points apiece, Damian Lillard added 21 and hit a clutch 3-pointer with 43 seconds to play, and the Portland Trail Blazers remained unbeaten with...
1 DAY AGO • Associated Press
Lakers star sends defiant $2,000 message to NBA after flopping fine Lakers wing Ziaire Williams was fined $2,000 on Monday for flopping during Sunday’s comeback win against the Jazz. On Tuesday, Williams was...
2 DAYS AGO • NYPOST.COM
Solid in starting role Williams notched 14 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, one block and two steals over 31 minutes during Friday's 125-117 win over the Clippers.
Impact Williams was efficient as a starter, hitting five of seven shots and finishing as one of six Lakers with at least 13 points. He has started both games since joining Los Angeles, and his minutes went up from the opener. Williams should hold on to the starting spot to help the Lakers on defense.
5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Austin Reaves, Walker Kessler lead Lakers past Clippers 125-117 for 2nd win to start season

The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 125-117 on Friday night for their second win to start the season
5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press
Starts over Grimes Williams contributed nine points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt), three rebounds, four assists and one steal over 24 minutes during Wednesday's 127-105 win over the Warriors.
Impact It was somewhat of a surprise to see Williams win the Opening Night starting gig over Quentin Grimes, who started four of Los Angeles' five preseason games. Although Williams should hold streaming appeal while working with the first unit, he figures to have a tenuous hold on the role.
OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Available, starting against Denver Williams (foot) is available and will start in Friday's preseason game versus the Nuggets, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Impact Williams has been bothered by a foot contusion. However, he will get the green light to suit up and start in the preseason finale. The 25-year-old, who agreed to a deal with the Lakers in the offseason, averaged a career-high 10.2 points along with 2.4 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.4 steals over 22.9 minutes per contest in 56 regular-season games with the Nets in 2025-26. Williams should see some minutes throughout the 2026-27 campaign, though he will likely be off the floor more often than not.
OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
Logs full practice Thursday Williams (foot) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Impact Williams has been dealing with a foot contusion recently, though he's trending in the right direction ahead of Friday's preseason finale against Denver. The 25-year-old swingman can be considered questionable for that contest until the Lakers provide an update on his status.
OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE
Remains sidelined Tuesday Williams (foot) will not play in Tuesday's preseason matchup against Golden State, Khobi Price of The California Post reports.
Impact Williams continues to deal with a foot contusion that has kept him out of recent preseason action. Coach JJ Redick indicated that the forward remains day-to-day, suggesting the injury isn't considered a long-term concern. Williams' next opportunity to suit up will come Friday against Denver in the Lakers' preseason finale.
OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with foot contusion Lakers head coach JJ Redick said Williams is dealing with a foot contusion, Benjamin Royer of The Orange County Register reports.
Impact Williams has missed two straight preseason games due to the injury, which was previously labeled as general soreness. It's unclear when he'll be cleared to play, but it doesn't sound like he's practicing at full capacity yet.
OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Remaining out Thursday Williams (undisclosed) won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Kings, Benjamin Royer of The Orange County Register reports.
Impact Williams was also held out for the second half of a preseason back-to-back Tuesday, and he'll take a seat again Thursday with coach JJ Redick indicating a number of Lakers are dealing with minor injuries, per Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com. Williams' next opportunity to return will arrive Tuesday against Golden State.
OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Warriors loss quickly told Lakers how important Matisse Thybulle, Ziaire Williams are The Los Angeles Lakers could not set the tone without Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams.
OCTOBER 7 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
Won't play Tuesday Williams (rest) is out for Tuesday's preseason game against the Warriors, Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Impact Williams will rest on the second leg of a preseason back-to-back set. His absence should open up minutes for Jared Vanderbilt and Sandro Mamukelashvili.
OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Ziaire Williams came so close to justifying his bold defensive claims in Lakers debut Los Angeles Lakers wing Ziaire Williams said recently during an interview that "there's not really anything I'm not comfortable with [defens...
OCTOBER 6 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
Efficient in start Williams finished with 13 points (4-6 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, one assist and three steals in 21 minutes during Monday's 127-103 preseason win over the Kings.
Impact Williams drew the start with Austin Reaves (ankle) and Collin Sexton (lower body) unavailable and made a strong impression on both ends of the floor. The 25-year-old is competing with Jake LaRavia and several other wings for a prominent role, and his combination of perimeter shooting and defense should help his case.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Lakers have crafted a perfect environment to tap into Ziaire Williams' potential The Los Angeles Lakers are gambling on the untapped potential of former lottery pick Ziaire Williams. They've created the perfect environmen...
OCTOBER 6 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
Bronny James Excited to See Ziaire Williams Take Next Steps The Lakers signed Ziaire Williams in the offseason and he could prove an important part of the Lakers' success this season.
OCTOBER 6 • BASKETBALLFOREVER.COM
Ziaire Williams shows why he should be Lakers starting forward in preseason opener The Los Angeles Lakers signed Ziaire Williams this offseason, and he quickly showed why he should start at power forward.
OCTOBER 6 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
Drawing preseason start Williams will start Monday's preseason game against the Kings, Khobi Price of The California Post reports.
Impact The Lakers will be without Austin Reaves (ankle) and Collin Sexton (lower body) Monday, and Jake LaRavia will come off the bench, paving the way for Williams to start. The 25-year-old is competing with LaRavia for a starting role this season, so Monday will serve as an important audition for Williams.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Ziaire Williams is already turning heads in Lakers starter competition Buy your stock in Ziaire Williams winning one of the two open starting spot for the Los Angeles Lakers.
OCTOBER 1 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
Lakers should start Ziaire Williams after eye-opening Media Day comments on versatility Ziaire Williams made his case at media day for being the well-rounded wing LA needs in their starting lineup.
SEPTEMBER 29 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
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