Williams will sit out Tuesday's game against the Thunder, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.
Head coach Steve Clifford will be rotating his three centers for the remainder of the season, so Williams, Nick Richards and Kai Jones will likely take turns getting a day off. With Williams taking his turn Tuesday against the Thunder, we can expect to see him back on the floor for Friday's matchup versus the Bulls.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Double-double in Sunday's win
Rotowire
Williams notched 15 points (5-9 FG, 5-7 FT), 16 rebounds and one assist over 32 minutes during Sunday's 110-104 win over the Mavericks.
After coming off the bench Friday in his return from a thumb injury, Williams was back in the starting five and came through with his eighth double-double of the year, as well as his biggest performance on the glass since he ripped down 20 boards against the Heat in late February. The rookie center figures to remain productive over the final weeks of the season as long as he can stay healthy.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Starting against Dallas
Rotowire
Williams is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Mavericks,
Williams had settled as the Hornets' starting center after the trade deadline and will recover his regular spot now that the thumb injury he was dealing with is a thing of the past. Williams is averaging 10.7 points, 8.9 rebounds and 1.3 blocks across 25.6 minutes per game in 12 starts this season.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Fares well in return
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) came off the bench and generated 13 points (6-9 FG, 1-3 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one block in 21 minutes Friday in the Hornets' 117-109 win over the Mavericks.
Williams had started in each of the Hornets' 12 games following the trade deadline, but he was deployed off the bench Friday, likely as a means for the Hornets to manage his minutes better coming off a six-game absence due to a thumb sprain. The rookie ended up seeing a smaller share of the playing-time split at center with starter Nick Richards (10 points, 11 rebounds and one assist in 27 minutes), but expect the minutes to be distributed more equally -- if not tilt back in Williams' favor -- in the games to come. Even if both Williams and Richards maintain around 24 minutes per game apiece for the rest of the season, it would likely be enough for both to have relevance in 12-team category leagues for managers prioritizing field-goal percentage, rebounds and blocks.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Available for Friday
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) is available for Friday's game against the Mavericks, per Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site.
After six straight games on the sidelines, the Hornets will be thrilled to have their rim protector back. Williams will come off the bench with the Hornets easing him back into things, while Nick Richards will remain with the starters and should hold onto some decent fantasy value for the time being.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Likely to play Friday
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) is probable for Friday's game versus the Mavericks, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Williams is expected to return to the lineup Friday after missing the previous six games with a right thumb sprain. His return will likely cause a decrease in Nick Richards' minutes, as Williams had started 12 consecutive contests before suffering the injury.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Out Thursday
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) will remain on the sidelines for Thursday's game in New Orleans.
Thursday will mark Williams' sixth straight game on the sidelines, and considering there haven't been any reports of him making much progress with the thumb injury, he should be considered doubtful for Friday's game in Dallas as well. Nick Richards has been heating up in a larger role sans Williams, and over the past five games, he's put in averages of 9.4 points, 9.4 rebounds and 2.4 blocks on 70.8 percent shooting.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Remains out
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) is out for Monday's game against Indiana.
Williams is slated to miss a fifth straight game due to a thumb sprain on his right hand. Nick Richards and Kai Jones are candidates for increased roles for the duration of Williams' absence.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Out again Friday
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the 76ers.
Williams will miss a fourth straight game due to a right thumb sprain. It's unclear when the rookie center may suit up again, but he may be shut down for the rest of the season, as the Hornets are out of the playoff picture with less than a month remaining in the regular season.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Return timetable uncertain
Rotowire
Williams' (thumb) status for the remainder of the season is "murky," Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Williams has missed the last three games with a right sprain. Head coach Steve Clifford said Tuesday that he doesn't have a "great idea" how long the rookie center will be out. Nick Richards and Kai Jones are in line to see extended minutes while Williams is sidelined.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Still out Tuesday
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Cleveland.
Williams will miss a third consecutive game due to his sprained right thumb. Nick Richards will likely serve as the starting center once again Tuesday, while Williams' next chance to suit up will be Friday against Philadelphia.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Remains out Sunday
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Cleveland.
Williams continues to deal with a right thumb sprain and will be sidelined for a second consecutive game. It wouldn't be surprising to see Nick Richards start once again, while Williams' next chance to return will be during Tuesday's rematch against the Cavaliers.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Unlikely to play Sunday
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Williams will likely miss both halves of the Hornets' current back-to-back set due to a right thumb sprain he suffered during Thursday's win over Detroit. If Williams is indeed sidelined, Nick Richards figures to draw another start, but Kai Jones would also be in the mix for extended run at center.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Ruled out Saturday
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) has been ruled out of Saturday's game against the Jazz, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Head coach Steve Clifford confirmed Williams wouldn't be playing, and this is the same injury that forced him to depart midway through Thursday's game against the Pistons. Nick Richards will get the nod at center as Williams' replacement. The former Duke star will try to return Sunday against the Cavaliers in the second leg of a back-to-back set.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Questionable against Utah
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Jazz.
Williams may miss Saturday's game after suffering a right thumb sprain against the Pistons. Nick Richards and Kai Jones are candidates to see extended minutes in his potential absence. If Williams is ruled out, his next chance to suit up will be Sunday's matchup with Cleveland.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Ruled out for the second half
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) won't play in the second half of Thursday's game against Detroit.
Williams sustained the injury in the first quarter but managed to return in the second quarter. However, upon further evaluation during halftime, Williams was downgraded to out and will miss the second half of Thursday's tilt. He will finish with two points, four rebounds and one assist across 11 minutes. Nick Richards and Kai Jones are likely candidates to see increased run. Williams' next opportunity to take the floor will come Saturday against the Jazz.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Checks back into game
Rotowire
Williams (thumb) checked back into Thursday's game against Detroit in the second quarter.
He escaped with what appeared to be a mild right thumb sprain and should be fine for the rest of the evening.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Probable to return
Rotowire
Williams (right thumb sprain) is probable to return Thursday against the Pistons.
Williams suffered the injury during the first quarter and went to the locker room after consulting with the training staff. Assuming he returns to action, it will be interesting to see if the injury hampers his abilities.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Solid line in loss
Rotowire
Williams ended with 11 points (4-10 FG, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 105-91 loss to Phoenix.
Williams filled up the stat sheet Wednesday night in 28 minutes on the floor. He notched his third straight double-double and continued his streak of at least one block per game (now at 10). Since the trade that sent away Mason Plumlee, the rookie has carved out a considerable role with his team and should continue to produce sufficient center numbers.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Mark Williams: Impressive double-double
Rotowire
Williams ended Saturday's 108-103 win over the Heat with 18 points (9-12 FG), 20 rebounds, one block and one steal across 29 minutes.
Williams became the starting center following the trade deadline and has looked impressive in his new role, posting three double-doubles over his six starts while scoring in double digits four times during that span. He set a season high with 20 boards (seven offensive) during Saturday's win and is averaging 11.7 points and 9.7 rebounds per game since moving into the starting lineup.
