Thunder's Gordon Hayward: Won't return Friday

Hayward won't return to Friday's game against the Pacers due to left lower leg soreness, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports. He finished with seven points (2-3 FG, 3-3 FT) and one steal in 13 minutes.

Hayward moved into the starting lineup Friday while Jalen Williams (ankle) missed a third straight game, but Hayward's night ended early due to an injury of his own. Kenrich Williams started the second half in his place and could have a sizable role in the short term if both Jalen Williams and Hayward aren't available for Sunday's game in Charlotte.