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May 29, 2026
Ruled out for Game 7
Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals against the Spurs.
Analysis
Williams aggravated his left hamstring injury in Game 2 and missed the next three contests before returning for Thursday's Game 6 loss. The star forward played just 10 minutes and took only one shot, chipping in one point and one assist. He's now been ruled out for Game 7 due to injury management, so his next chance to play will come in the NBA Finals against New York if the Thunder win Saturday. With Williams sidelined, Jared McCain, Kenrich Williams and Cason Wallace will likely see increased run in Game 7.
May 29, 2026
Limited in return
Williams posted one point (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and one assist across 10 minutes during Thursday's 118-91 loss to the Spurs in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals.
Analysis
Williams was limited to just 10 minutes in his return from a three-game absence due to a lingering left hamstring injury. While it was encouraging to see him back on the floor, it is clear that Williams is far from 100 percent. Thursday's loss means the two teams will face off for the final time this postseason in Saturday's Game 7 in Oklahoma City. If Williams is cleared to play, the hope would be that he can have more of an impact, even if it is in limited minutes.
May 29, 2026
Not starting in Game 6
Williams (hamstring) won't start in Thursday's Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals versus San Antonio, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis
Williams is officially cleared to suit up Thursday after missing the last three games. However, with Jared McCain remaining in the starting lineup, it's unknown how much action Williams will see from the bench in Game 6.
May 29, 2026
Available for Game 6
Williams (hamstring) is available for Thursday's Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals versus the Spurs, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.
Analysis
Williams tweaked his hamstring in Game 2 and didn't suit up for the last three games of the series. However, after going through his usual pregame routine, he will return for Game 6, likely moving Jared McCain back to the bench.
May 27, 2026
Questionable for Game 6
Williams (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals against the Spurs.
Analysis
After getting injured in Game 2, Williams is in jeopardy of missing a fourth consecutive contest due to left hamstring strain management. With Ajay Mitchell (calf) already ruled out for Game 6, Jared McCain, Alex Caruso and Cason Wallace could all be needed to handle significant playing time Thursday.
May 26, 2026
Won't play Tuesday
Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Tuesday's Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals against the Spurs, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Analysis
Williams will miss a third consecutive contest after aggravating his left hamstring injury, and his next opportunity to suit up will come in Thursday's Game 6 in San Antonio. Cason Wallace could get the starting nod once again due to Williams and Ajay Mitchell (calf) being sidelined, though Jared McCain, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins are all candidates for increased playing time.
May 25, 2026
Questionable for Game 5
Williams (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday's Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals against the Spurs, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.
Analysis
Williams is in danger of missing a third consecutive contest due to left hamstring strain management. With the Thunder already set to be without Ajay Mitchell (calf) on Tuesday, Jared McCain and Isaiah Joe could be forced into expanded roles in the backcourt.
May 24, 2026
Ruled out Sunday
Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals against the Spurs.
Analysis
The star forward will miss a second consecutive contest due to left hamstring soreness, and his next opportunity to play will come in Game 5 on Tuesday. Cason Wallace will likely get the starting nod in Williams' and Ajay Mitchell's (calf) stead, though Jared McCain and Isaiah Joe are also candidates to see increased playing time.
May 23, 2026
Tagged as questionable for Game 4
Williams (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals versus San Antonio, Rylan Stiles of SI.com reports.
Analysis
Williams has been bothered by a left-hamstring issue. After missing time throughout the playoffs, he returned for Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, logging 37 minutes. However, the 25-year-old aggravated the injury in Game 2 and wasn't available for Game 3 on Friday. If Williams doesn't suit up for Sunday's clash with the Spurs, Cason Wallace, Jaylin Williams and Jared McCain should continue to see more action, considering Ajay Mitchell (calf), who started in Game 3, has already been ruled out.