Celtics' Grant Williams: Undergoes offseason surgery
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Williams underwent successful surgery on his left hand Friday and is expected to be fully recovered by training camp in the fall, Adrian Wojnarowski of NBA.com reports.
Williams suffered the hand injury in March but decided to play through the issue during the Celtics' postseason run, which ended in the Eastern Conference Finals. The surgery shouldn't impact his availability for next season, but it's unclear where he'll be playing during the 2023-24 campaign, as Williams, who's coming off a career-best season, is a restricted free agent this summer.
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Celtics' Grant Williams: Makes impact from bench
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Williams accumulated 14 points (4-7 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 29 minutes during Tuesday's 116-99 victory over the Heat in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
After being a non-factor for most of the playoffs, Williams has been crucial piece for Boston on both sides of the ball lately. The Tennessee product's 14 points matched his best scoring total of the playoffs, and his six rebounds were also a playoff high.
Williams racked up 14 points (4-4 FG, 4-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 18 minutes during Friday's 130-122 loss to the Hawks in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.
Williams entered the rotation for the first time in the playoffs, logging a productive 18 minutes off the bench. While it is unclear what his role might look like moving forward, it should be noted that his 14 points were the most he has scored in a game in over a month.
Williams isn't in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Raptors.
Williams will be replaced by Mike Muscala in the starting five Wednesday. Williams is averaging 8.4 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 22.6 minutes across his last five games coming off the bench.
Williams will join the first unit for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.
Williams will make his second start since Feb. 14 with Jaylen Brown (back) sidelined for the opening leg of a back-to-back set. In 22 starts this season, Williams has averaged 10.9 points, 5.5 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 33.7 minutes.
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Celtics' Grant Williams: Scores 13 off bench
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Williams accumulated 13 points (5-6 FG, 3-4 3PT), five rebounds, two assists and one block across 17 minutes in Friday's 122-114 victory over the Jazz.
Williams was efficient from the floor and made the most of his 17 minutes of action. He had gone three consecutive games without reaching double figures prior to Friday's contest. The backup big man ends his March with averages of 7.8 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 0.2 steals, 0.5 blocks and 1.6 triples across 21.9 minutes in 14 games.
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Celtics' Grant Williams: Officially available Thursday
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Williams (illness) will suit up for Thursday's game versus the Bucks.
A report from slightly earlier suggested he would likely suit up, and the team didn't waste much time confirming that officially a handful of minutes later. Williams should claim his usual bench role for the Celtics, averaging 8.6 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.3 assists over 24.0 minutes per game in his last seven showings.
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Celtics' Grant Williams: Expected to play Thursday
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Williams (illness) is expected to play Thursday against Milwaukee, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.
Williams was questionable ahead of Thursday's matchup due to his non-COVID illness, but coach Joe Mazzulla believes the 24-year-old will be able to suit up against the Bucks. He's come off the bench in his last four appearances and has averaged 7.3 points and 5.3 rebounds in 23.8 minutes per game during that time.
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Celtics' Grant Williams: Questionable Thursday
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Williams is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Bucks due to a non-COVID illness, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.
Luke Kornet, Sam Hauser and Blake Griffin are candidates to receive extended minutes in Williams' potential absence. If Williams is ruled out Thursday, his next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Utah.
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Celtics' Grant Williams: Good to go Wednesday
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Williams (illness) has been upgraded to available for Tuesday's matchup against the Wizards.
Williams will presumably garner his usual bench role while playing through an illness. Over his last seven appearances (one start), Williams has averaged 7.4 points and 4.0 rebounds in 21.4 minutes per game.
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Celtics' Grant Williams: Questionable Tuesday
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Williams is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards due to an illness, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.
Williams has missed just three games this season, but with the rest of the team healthy, his potential absence could be taken in stride. If the forward sits, more minutes could be given to Sam Hauser and Malcolm Brogdon.
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Celtics' Grant Williams: Moves to bench Tuesday
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Williams will return to the bench for Tuesday's game against the Kings, according to Bobby Manning of the Boston Sports Journal.
Al Horford (back) and Marcus Smart (hip) are back in action for the Celtics, and Robert Williams (hamstring) is coming off the bench in his return. With Boston back to full strength, Grant Williams' minutes could take a big hit.
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Celtics' Grant Williams: Excels in starting role
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Williams closed with 23 points (8-16 FG, 7-12 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists across 31 minutes during Saturday's 118-117 loss to Utah.
Although he was denied a potential game-winner by Walker Kessler, Williams put together a strong performance in his 22nd start of the season. With Marcus Smart (hip), Al Horford (back) and Robert Williams (hamstring) sidelined, Williams provided much-needed size against the Jazz, who would have dominated the frontcourt without his insertion. Williams has averaged only 8.3 points and 4.7 rebounds this season, and Saturday's performance wasn't indicative of his regular results. Although he's often utilized when the Celtics need a bigger lineup, Williams' fantasy value is limited.
Celtics' Grant Williams: Starting for injured Smart
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Williams will start Saturday's tilt against the Jazz, Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe reports.
With Marcus Smart (hip) sidelined, Williams draws his first start since Valentine's Day, as coach Joe Mazzulla is opting to go big. In 21 starts this season, Williams has averaged 10.3 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 33.9 minutes.
