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12. April 2026
Ruled out Sunday
Williams (illness) is unavailable for Sunday's game against Chicago.
Analyse
Williams will now miss a fourth consecutive contest, marking the end of a career-best 2025-26 campaign. Without the 26-year-old, extra minutes will presumably be absorbed by Ryan Nembhard and AJ Johnson. Williams started 15 of his 66 appearances, averaging 13.0 points, 3.9 assists, 2.9 rebounds and 0.9 steals in 22.2 minutes per game.
11. April 2026
Doubtful for Sunday
Williams (illness) is doubtful to play Sunday versus Chicago.
Analyse
Williams is set to sit out his fourth consecutive game Sunday. Check back for official word on his status closer to tipoff.
10. April 2026
Ruled out for Friday
Williams (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs.
Analyse
As expected due to his doubtful tag, Williams will miss his third consecutive contest while continuing to battle an illness. With Williams sidelined and Klay Thompson also out with an illness, the Mavericks' depth will be severely tested on Friday. Ryan Nembhard, AJ Johnson, and John Poulakidas should all see increased opportunities.
9. April 2026
Unlikely to play Friday
Williams (illness) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Spurs.
Analyse
Williams is still under the weather and is expected to miss his third straight game Friday. If the 26-year-old guard is ruled out, there would be more minutes available for Ryan Nembhard and John Poulakidas.
9. April 2026
Ruled out Wednesday
Williams (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Suns.
Analyse
Williams will miss both halves of this back-to-back set due to an illness, and his next opportunity to play will come Friday in San Antonio. With the 26-year-old point guard out, Ryan Nembhard and AJ Johnson are candidates for increased minutes.
8. April 2026
Carrying doubtful tag
Williams (illness) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Suns.
Analyse
Williams didn't play Tuesday against the Clippers, and barring a miracle, he's likely to sit out the second leg of this back-to-back set Wednesday as well. With Williams expected to be out, Ryan Nembhard should be in line to see more minutes in the backcourt.
8. April 2026
Out Tuesday
Williams (illness) won't play Tuesday versus the Clippers, Farbod Esnaashari of SI.com reports.
Analyse
With Williams unavailable, Ryan Nembhard and AJ Johnson will have a chance to get back into the rotation. For now, Williams should be considered questionable for Wednesday's game in Phoenix.
7. April 2026
Downgraded to doubtful
Williams (illness) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Clippers.
Analyse
Williams was previously listed as questionable, but it appears he will miss the front end of this back-to-back set. His absence could open things up for Ryan Nembhard in the backcourt.