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March 7, 2026
Returns from one-game absence
Williams notched 11 points (3-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds and four assists in 19 minutes during Friday's 120-100 loss to the Celtics.
Analysis
Williams returned to action Friday after sitting out the front end of the back-to-back set due to a quadriceps contusion. While he was efficient in his limited run, his playing time saw a noticeable dip with Cooper Flagg (foot) back in the starting lineup. After averaging nearly 25 minutes per game since the All-Star break, Williams was capped at 19 minutes Friday, a trend that may continue as the Mavericks' rotation returns to full strength.
March 6, 2026
Will play Friday
Williams (quadriceps) is available for Friday's game against Boston.
Analysis
Williams did not play in Thursday's 115-114 loss to the Magic, but he has been given the green light to play in the second leg of the Mavericks' back-to-back set Friday. In seven games (three starts) since the All-Star break, Williams has averaged 15.9 points, 4.7 assists and 3.0 rebounds over 24.7 minutes per game, though it's unclear what his playing time will look like now that Cooper Flagg is back in the mix.
March 6, 2026
Probable for Friday
Williams (quadriceps) is probable for Friday's game versus Boston.
Analysis
Williams is expected to return after sitting out the front end of this back-to-back set Thursday against the Magic. Look for him to reprise his role as a key member of the second unit in Dallas.
March 5, 2026
Ruled out Thursday
Williams is out for Thursday's game against the Magic due to a left quadriceps contusion.
Analysis
Williams had started three consecutive contests, though the Mavericks are getting Cooper Flagg (foot) back just in time to fill that void in the first unit. With Williams sitting out Thursday, Max Christie and Khris Middleton should both see a boost in minutes and are worthwhile streaming options in the majority of fantasy leagues.
March 5, 2026
Downgraded to questionable
Williams (quadriceps) is questionable for Thursday's game against Orlando.
Analysis
This is a downgrade for Williams, as the Mavericks previously listed him as probable. If Williams is unable to give it a go, the team could turn to Ryan Nembhard and AJ Johnson.
March 4, 2026
Probable for Thursday
Williams (quadriceps) is probable for Thursday's game against Orlando.
Analysis
Williams has a left quadriceps contusion, but the issue sounds minor, and the guard intends to play through it. Over his last seven games, he's averaging 15.9 points, 4.7 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 0.7 three-pointers. However, he could see a decreased role if Cooper Flagg (foot) is cleared to return.
March 4, 2026
Chips in 18 points in blowout loss
Williams posted 18 points (4-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 10-11 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one block across 27 minutes during Tuesday's 117-90 loss to the Hornets.
Analysis
Williams remained in the starting five for a third straight game and led all Dallas players in scoring, albeit in a blowout loss. While he wasn't extremely efficient from the field, the 26-year-old point guard got to the charity stripe often and finished with double-digit points for an eighth consecutive contest. Williams has provided a spark both in the starting five and off the bench recently, though he'll likely see fewer minutes once Cooper Flagg (foot) and Naji Marshall (finger) return to the lineup.
March 2, 2026
Puts up 14 points in defeat Sunday
Williams finished with 14 points (5-12 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and three assists across 24 minutes during Sunday's 100-87 loss to the Thunder.
Analysis
It wouldn't be a stretch to say Williams is perhaps going through his most prolific stretch of the season. He's scored in double digits in each of his last seven appearances, with five of those coming off the bench, and the numbers back him up. He's averaging 15.7 points, 3.1 rebounds and 5.6 assists per contest over that span while shooting 52.7 percent from the floor and 37.5 percent from deep.