Williams is part of the second unit for Wednesday's game against Phoenix, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Williams filled in for Jalen Williams (wrist) at the starting power forward position Monday, but he'll rejoin the reserves with Jalen Williams back in action. Kenrich Williams is averaging 5.8 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 14.3 minutes per game this season.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Starting Monday vs. Milwaukee
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Williams is in the Thunder's starting lineup against the Bucks on Monday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Williams will make his first start of the 2024-25 regular season Monday due to the absences of Jalen Williams (wrist) and Cason Wallace (shoulder). Williams is coming off a double-double performance against the Kings on Saturday, finishing with 18 points, 11 rebounds, three assists and one steal over 22 minutes.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: First double-double of season
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Williams amassed 18 points (8-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt), 11 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 22 minutes during Saturday's 144-110 victory over the Kings.
It was the first double-double of the season for Williams, who started the second half for the injured Cason Wallace (shoulder) and submitted season-high outputs with his 18 points and 13 rebounds during Saturday's rout. The 30-year-old had gone scoreless in three of his last seven outings prior to Saturday, though. That said, Williams remains difficult to trust in most fantasy leagues going forward despite Saturday's eruption.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Pedestrian effort in loss
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Williams produced six points (2-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and one steal in 20 minutes during Thursday's 121-115 loss to Dallas.
While Williams put forth a pedestrian effort Thursday, his recent uptick in playing time is worth noting. Over his last seven games, the veteran forward has averaged 4.3 rebounds, 3.7 points and 0.7 assists in 17.0 minutes. Even though Williams should remain a candidate for additional reserve minutes in Oklahoma City's frontcourt while starting center Isaiah Hartenstein sits on the shelf with a calf injury, the former is shooting just 27.8 percent from the floor during that span and could remain hard-pressed to muster much fantasy relevance.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Plays just 10 minutes
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Williams posted zero points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound and one assist across 10 minutes during Tuesday's 118-102 victory over the 76ers.
With Alex Caruso back in the rotation after a lengthy absence, minutes will be hard to come by for Williams. He's been pretty quiet in his limited minutes in January as well, as he's shooting 36.4 percent from the field over his last seven appearances.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Pulls down eight boards
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Williams registered seven points (3-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt), eight rebounds, one assist and three steals in 13 minutes during Monday's 123-105 win over the Wizards.
Williams took advantage of some extra playing time in the blowout, showing what he's capable of. Williams is rumored to be on the trade block if the Thunder look to upgrade their roster at the deadline because he hasn't been utilized much this season -- he's owed $7.16 million for the 2025-26 season and could be a target for other contenders.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Tallies three steals Tuesday
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Williams ended with nine points (3-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and three steals in 17 minutes during Tuesday's 118-104 win over Dallas.
Williams recorded a season-high three steals in the win, continuing to play as a reliable depth piece. Since making his season debut about a month ago, Williams has been able to provide Oklahoma City with a versatile wing presence, capable of playing as a small-ball center at times. Although his production is often nothing to write home about, his impact is certainly visible for all to see.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Gets limited run in season debut
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Williams (knee) played six minutes off the bench in Monday's 134-128 win over the Clippers, finishing with three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and one assist.
Williams had missed the Thunder's first 10 games of the season while completing his recovery from knee surgery, but he returned Monday to provide a healthy body for an injury-ravaged Oklahoma City frontcourt. Head coach Mark Daigneault didn't turn to Williams for major minutes, however, as he instead relied heavily on small-ball lineups, including a starting five featuring the 6-foot-5, 211-pound Jalen Williams at center. Kenrich Williams could see his playing time pick up in the games to come, but the Thunder are still likely to rotate several different players at center until Isaiah Hartenstein (hand) likely makes his return in late November or early December to bring more stability at the position.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Available to play
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Williams (knee) is off the injury report for Monday's game against the Clippers.
Williams has a chance to make his 2024-25 debut after recovering from knee surgery. He'll need a ramp-up period before he's capable of playing major minutes, but the Thunder could carve out a spot for Williams in the frontcourt rotation right away with Chet Holmgren suffering a hip fracture in Sunday's loss to the Warriors that will sideline him for at least eight weeks.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Not playing Sunday
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Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Warriors, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Williams was assigned to the Oklahoma City Blue of the G League on Saturday to participate in practice and was called back up on the same day. He won't make his 2024-25 regular-season debut Sunday as he continues to work his way back from right knee surgery. Williams' next chance at suiting up will be against the Clippers on Monday.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Recalled to NBA
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The Thunder recalled Williams (knee) from the Oklahoma City Blue of the G League on Saturday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Williams seems to have just been sent down to the G League to participate in practice. While Williams has yet to make his season debut while recovering from right knee surgery, his next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Golden State.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Sent to G League
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The Thunder assigned Williams to the Oklahoma City Blue of the G League on Saturday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Williams has missed the Thunder's first nine contests in 2024-25 while recovering from right knee surgery. It's unclear whether Williams is set to play in a game in the G League or if he's simply there to practice. Regardless, the 29-year-old big man appears to be progressing well in his recovery.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Ruled out for Friday
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Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game versus the Rockets.
Williams has yet to make his season debut while recovering from the right knee surgery he underwent in September. The 29-year-old forward's timetable for a return is unclear, though his next chance to debut will come Sunday against the Warriors.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Another absence coming
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Williams (knee) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Nuggets.
Williams will miss his eighth straight contest to begin the season Wednesday while recovering from right knee surgery. The 28-year-old big man's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Houston.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Out once again Monday
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Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Magic.
Williams has yet to make his debut in the 2024-25 campaign, and he will have to wait at least one more game to do so. The 29-year-old has no clear timetable for a return to game action as he recovers from right knee surgery, though his next chance to play will come Wednesday against Denver.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Another absence coming
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Williams (knee) is out for Saturday's game versus the Clippers.
Williams will miss another game to start the season as he recovers from right knee surgery. His next chance to play is Monday's matchup with Orlando.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Remains out Friday
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Williams (knee) won't play in Friday's game versus the Trail Blazers.
Williams has yet to suit up this season while recovering from right knee surgery. However, Williams was sent to the Thunder's G League affiliate Thursday to practice, indicating that he is ramping up toward a return to action. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with the Clippers.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Heads to G League for practice
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The Thunder assigned Williams (knee) to the G League's Oklahoma City Blue on Wednesday, Andrew Schlecht of The Athletic reports.
Williams is still ramping up after undergoing right knee surgery in September, so he'll presumably be joining the Blue for practice time after G League training camps opened earlier this week. The Thunder haven't indicated when the veteran forward might be ready to make his 2024-25 debut.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Won't play Sunday
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Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Williams is still ramping up after undergoing right knee surgery in September, and there is no set timetable for his return. The 29-year-old is expected to serve as a backup frontcourt piece, though he will have to compete for playing time with Ousmane Dieng and Aaron Wiggins off the bench. Williams' next chance to play will be Wednesday versus the Spurs.
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Thunder's Kenrich Williams: Not suiting up Saturday
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Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup versus the Bulls, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Williams is still ramping up after undergoing right knee surgery in September. There is no set timetable for the 29-year-old's return, though his next chance to feature will come Sunday against the Hawks at home.
