Williams is not in the Nets' starting lineup against the Wizards on Friday.
Williams was moved into the Nets' starting lineup for Thursday's loss to the Rockets, finishing with 14 points, two rebounds and five steals over 27 minutes. He'll come off the bench Friday due to Terance Mann and Egor Demin returning, but Williams should still see a healthy amount of minutes off the bench in the absence of Michael Porter (illness).
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Career-high five swipes in start
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Williams amassed 14 points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five steals and two rebounds across 27 minutes during Thursday's 120-96 loss to Houston.
With Michael Porter (illness), Terance Mann (hip) and Egor Demin (back) all sidelined in the front end of Brooklyn's back-to-back set, Williams got the starting nod for just the third time this season. The 24-year-old swingman made the most of the opportunity, leading the first unit in points and scoring in double figures for just the second time over his last seven appearances. He also chipped in a game- and career-high five steals, and he has logged multiple steals in six of his 26 regular-season appearances thus far.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Starting Thursday
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Williams will start against the Rockets on Thursday, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.
With three of Brooklyn's regular starters sidelined, Williams will enter the first unit after not seeing the floor in either of the Nets' past two games. In two starts so far this season, the 24-year-old forward has averaged 10.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 24.5 minutes per contest.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Available Monday
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Williams (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the Warriors.
Williams was initially deemed probable for this contest but will shed that tag and suit up. The fifth-year forward is averaging 8.7 points, 2.5 rebounds and 0.7 assists per game this season.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Probable for Monday
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Williams is probable for Monday's game against the Warriors with a right ankle sprain, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Williams has a mild ankle issue, but he's expected to play through it. Over his last three games, he's averaging 16.9 minutes per contest with 4.3 points and 1.0 rebounds per game.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Records three steals
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Williams registered two points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, one block and three steals over 14 minutes during Sunday's 96-81 win over the Raptors.
Williams hasn't been very involved for the Nets lately, and it's hard to see that changing. Plus, the Nets will be looking to get their rookies more involved down the stretch. Over his last four outings, Williams has averaged 19.9 minutes per contest with 4.3 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.3 steals.
Williams provided three points (1-4 FG, 1-4 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist over 25 minutes during Friday's 119-111 loss to the Mavericks.
Williams scored single digits for the fourth time in the past five games, continuing what has been an unproductive stretch. While he has been an every-night part of the rotation, his playing time fluctuates most nights, ranging from 15 to 30 minutes. Through 21 games, Williams is averaging 9.3 points and 1.7 three-pointers in 23.0 minutes per game, well below what standard league managers are looking for.
Nets' Ziaire Williams: Chips in 23 points off bench
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Williams tallied 23 points (7-14 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 6-9 FT), one assist, one steal and one block over 28 minutes during the Nets' 123-110 loss to the Jazz on Thursday.
Williams logged just 11 points over his last two outings while coming off the bench, but he was more active on offense during Thursday's contest as he finished as the Nets' second-leading scorer behind Noah Clowney (29 points). It was Williams' highest point total since Oct. 24 against the Cavaliers (25 points), though he's eclipsed the 20-point mark just twice this season.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Back to bench
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Williams will come off the bench Monday against the Hornets.
Williams will retreat to a bench role after making two straight starts. He's averaging 9.4 points and 2.6 rebounds in 27.4 minutes per contest over his last five appearances off the bench.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Scores 10 points in loss
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Williams finished with 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-8 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 19 minutes during Saturday's 116-99 loss to the Bucks.
Williams got the start at small forward due to the absence of Michael Porter (back), and while his numbers didn't stand out, he was one of the few Nets players who posted a decent line in a 17-point loss. Williams should return to his role on the bench once Porter is back in the lineup. As of now, his upside is strictly matchup-based since he's not putting good enough numbers to be considered a viable starting option in all fantasy formats -- even if he's a starter.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Scores 10 points in spot-start
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Williams registered 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 30 minutes during Friday's 115-103 loss to Philadelphia.
Williams collected a DNP-CD during Monday's loss to the Knicks, but with Michael Porter (back) needing a rest day, Williams was able to earn a spot start. Unfortunately, he didn't do much with the opportunity, and there's a decent chance Porter will return for Saturday's game in Milwaukee, so Williams' run as a starter will likely be short-lived.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Starting Friday
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Williams is in the starting lineup for Friday's matchup with the 76ers.
Williams is getting the start with Michael Porter (back) unavailable, and the former will be joined in the first unit by Terance Mann, Egor Demin, Noah Clowney and Nic Claxton. Williams is a hit-or-miss player, but he'll have a lot of shots falling his way Friday, so he could be someone to consider streaming in deep leagues if you need some points and triples.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Unproductive in 28 minutes
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Williams accumulated five points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two blocks in 28 minutes during Sunday's 119-109 loss to Toronto.
While Williams blocked two shots, he was largely ineffective offensively, scoring just five points in 28 minutes. Williams' offensive outputs have been very up and down this season, but he will look to get right on the second leg of a back-to-back Monday against the Knicks.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Leads bench with 15 points
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Williams registered 15 points (6-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and three steals across 36 minutes during Friday's 105-98 loss to the Magic.
Williams managed to bounce back from a horrific 0-for-8 night from the field Tuesday against the Raptors. He tallied double figures in the scoring column for the second time in three games and finished with his highest shot volume since Oct. 24. Consistency has been a concern for Williams so far this season, as he's capable of producing as a scorer and adding a few boards. However, he's also turned in his fair share of duds.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Adds 13 points off bench
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Williams recorded 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 0-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 28 minutes during Sunday's 134-98 loss to the Knicks.
Williams scored in double figures after being held to nine total points over his previous two games. He was efficient from beyond the arc, knocking down three or more triples for the third time in eight appearance so far this year. Williams certainly benefitted from a lopsided score Sunday, logging a season high in minutes.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Returns vs. Minnesota
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Williams (undisclosed) returned to Monday's game against the Timberwolves with 5:58 remaining in the third quarter, per the broadcast.
The 24-year-old swingman exited to the locker room in the second quarter after a collision with Rudy Gobert. However, Williams is back on the floor and appears to be good to go for the remainder of the game.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Exits to locker room vs. Minnesota
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Williams (undisclosed) exited to the locker room in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Timberwolves, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.
The 24-year-old forward headed back to the locker room following a collision with Rudy Gobert. If Williams is unable to return, Jalen Wilson and Tyrese Martin are candidates for increased playing time the rest of the way.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Cleared for Sunday
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Williams (back) has been cleared for Sunday's game against the 76ers, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports.
After a two-game absence, Williams is expected back in the rotation Sunday. That could result in fewer minutes for Jalen Wilson and Tyrese Martin. Sunday's game is the front end of a back-to-back set, and it's possible Williams could have some restrictions.
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Nets' Ziaire Williams: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Williams (back) won't play Wednesday against the Hawks.
Williams was previously listed as questionable, but he'll miss his second game in a row Wednesday. Presumably, the forward is considered day-to-day. Guys like Tyrese Martin and Jalen Wilson could see increased workloads against the Hawks in Williams' absence.
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