Williams (knee) is available for Saturday's game in Utah.
Williams is back after a one-game layoff, and he should see his usual minutes with the second unit. On the season, Williams is averaging 9.7 points, 8.7 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Questionable to play Saturday
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Williams (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz.
Williams missed Thursday's game against the Grizzlies, but since the decision was precautionary, the upgrade to questionable suggests the veteran center has a chance to play Saturday. Williams is averaging 9.7 points and 8.7 rebounds per game, and if he's available, he should be the primary backup at center behind Donovan Clingan.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Downgraded to out
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Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Memphis, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.
Williams was initially added to the injury report as doubtful due to a left knee injury, so the fact that he's been ruled out is no surprise. Micah Potter and Yang Hansen could pick up a few additional minutes behind starter Donovan Clingan in Williams' absence.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Doubtful for Thursday
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Williams (knee) is doubtful for Thursday's game against Memphis due to left knee injury management, according to the Trail Blazers.
Williams is trending toward missing Thursday's matchup as Portland continues to manage his left knee. The veteran center's availability has been an ongoing concern in recent seasons, and the team appears to be exercising caution with his workload. If Williams is ruled out, Donovan Clingan could see additional minutes in the frontcourt.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Double-doubles off bench
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Williams racked up 14 points (6-8 FG, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals across 21 minutes during Tuesday's 136-129 victory over the Lakers.
Williams delivered an efficient performance off the bench, recording a double-double while making six of his eight field-goal attempts. The veteran center also contributed three combined steals and blocks, showcasing his ability to provide fantasy value in limited minutes. However, Donovan Clingan remains Portland's starting center, making Williams' playing time worth monitoring.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Ready for regular season
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Williams (rest) is expected to play in Wednesday's regular-season opener against Phoenix.
Williams got the night off Friday but figures to return for Portland's regular-season opener. The big man is expected compete for minutes with Micah Potter (illness) and Yang Hansen behind Donovan Clingan.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Resting Friday
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Williams (rest) won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Warriors.
Williams will take the night off before presumably being available for Opening Night against Phoenix. The veteran big man is a capable statistical contributor, though he has battled injuries over the years. If Williams remains healthy, he should see steady minutes behind Donovan Clingan throughout the 2026-27 campaign.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Off injury report
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Williams (rest) is available for Tuesday's preseason game against the Kings.
The veteran big man is off the injury report after resting Monday against London. Williams is in line to be the primary backup center behind Donovan Clingan, though 2025 first-rounder Yang Hansen poses a threat to that role.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Sitting out Monday
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Williams (rest) is out for Monday's exhibition against the London Lions.
The Trail Blazers are giving the veteran big man a maintenance day Monday. Williams' next chance to play comes Tuesday against Sacramento.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Dominates rim against Golden State
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Williams played 14 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's preseason win over the Warriors, scoring eight points (4-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and adding five rebounds, five blocks, an assist and a steal.
It was an impressive defensive showing from Williams, who should form an intriguing tandem in the paint with Donovan Clingan if he can stay healthy. Williams' 59 regular-season games played last season represented his highest total since 2021-22 with the Celtics, and he was on the court for only 26 total contests the two seasons prior.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: To sign 3-year deal with Portland
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Williams will sign a three-year, $44 million contract with the Trail Blazers, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Williams likely would've had a big market in free agency, so the Trail Blazers quickly moved to lock him up. He'll be penciled in as the backup center behind Donovan Clingan for 2026-27. During the 2025-26 regular season, Williams averaged 6.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.5 blocks in 17.1 minutes per contest.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Scores 11 points in Game 5
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Williams supplied 11 points (5-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and one steal across 17 minutes during Tuesday's 114-95 loss to San Antonio in Game 5 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Williams was incredibly important in this series with his ability to make life difficult for Victor Wembanyama. Injuries have really slowed down Williams' career trajectory, but he managed to play in 59 regular-season games in 2025-26, his most since 61 appearances in 2021-22. Across 59 regular-season outings, he averaged 6.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.5 blocks in 17.1 minutes per contest.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Another quality effort Friday
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Williams posted 11 points (5-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 25 minutes during Friday's 120-108 loss to the Spurs in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Williams has scored 11 points in every game of the series with the Spurs. While the 28-year-old fell one rebound shy of the double-double mark in each of his previous two appearances, it appears he may continue to be featured on both ends of the floor more than he was during the regular season, meaning Donovan Clingan might be spending additional time on the bench.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Plays well off bench
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Williams closed Tuesday's 106-103 victory over the Spurs in Game 2 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs with 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 0-1 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 23 minutes.
Donovan Clingan has struggled in this series, so Williams may be asked to do a bit more going forward after making a strong impression Tuesday. He will be tasked with slowing down Victor Wembanyama, although San Antonio's franchise player is now in jeopardy of missing time with a concussion.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Good to go Sunday
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Williams (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Williams will shed his questionable tag due to lower-back soreness and suit up for a third consecutive contest. The backup big man has averaged 6.0 points, 7.6 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 16.2 minutes per game over his last five appearances.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Trending toward playing Sunday
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Trail Blazers interim head coach Tiago Splitter said Williams (back) is expected to be available for Sunday's game against the Wizards, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.
Williams is officially listed as questionable, but assuming he makes it through his pregame routine no worse for the wear, he should be cleared to back up Donovan Clingan on Sunday. Over his 10 appearances thus far in March, Williams is averaging 8.2 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.6 blocks in 18.8 minutes per game while shooting 65 percent from the field.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Iffy for Sunday
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Williams (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Williams is in jeopardy of missing Sunday's contest due to lower-back soreness. If the backup big man is unable to play, Kris Murray and Sidy Cissoko are candidates for increased playing time, while Yang Hansen could enter the rotation.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Questionable for Friday
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Williams (knee) is questionable to play Friday versus the Mavericks.
Williams logged only 13 minutes in Wednesday's win over Milwaukee, and Friday's game is not part of a back-to-back set, so it would be somewhat surprising to see Williams receive a rest day. However, if he is ruled out, that will open up minutes for Yang Hansen.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Available to play
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Williams (knee) will play Wednesday against the Bucks, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.
Williams is back after a one-game absence, which could result in Yang Hansen getting bumped from the rotation. Williams is averaging 6.8 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game this season.
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Trail Blazers' Robert Williams: Iffy for Wednesday
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Williams (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Williams took a seat for Monday's game against the Nets due to left knee injury management, and the Blazers are unsure if the big man will take the court Wednesday. Expect an update from the team closer to tipoff.
