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April 12, 2026
Ruled out Sunday
Williams (illness) is unavailable for Sunday's game against Chicago.
Analysis
Williams will now miss a fourth consecutive contest, marking the end of his 2025-26 campaign. Without the 26-year-old, extra minutes will presumably be absorbed by Ryan Nembhard and AJ Johnson.
April 11, 2026
Doubtful for Sunday
Williams (illness) is doubtful to play Sunday versus Chicago.
Analysis
Williams is set to sit out his fourth consecutive game Sunday. Check back for official word on his status closer to tipoff.
April 10, 2026
Ruled out for Friday
Williams (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs.
Analysis
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.
April 9, 2026
Unlikely to play Friday
Williams (illness) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Spurs.
Analysis
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.
April 9, 2026
Ruled out Wednesday
Williams (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Suns.
Analysis
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.
April 8, 2026
Carrying doubtful tag
Williams (illness) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Suns.
Analysis
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.
April 8, 2026
Out Tuesday
Williams (illness) won't play Tuesday versus the Clippers, Farbod Esnaashari of SI.com reports.
Analysis
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.
April 7, 2026
Downgraded to doubtful
Williams (illness) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis
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.
April 6, 2026
Dealing with illness
Williams is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Clippers due to illness.
Analysis
Williams put up 13 points in 25 minutes Sunday against the Lakers but is in danger of sitting Tuesday after popping up on the injury report. The Mavericks should have a better idea of his status closer to game time.