NOAH WILLIAMS NEWS

WSU men's basketball guard Noah Williams enters transfer portal after three seasons with Cougars Noah Williams, once considered a fast-rising name in the Pac-12 and perhaps the best player on the WSU men's basketball roster, has entered...

APRIL 5, 2022 • SEATTLETIMES.COM

Struggles in loss Williams chipped in seven points (2-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal over 34 minutes before fouling out of Saturday's 78-70 loss to Washington.

Impact Williams struggled in a second straight game, failing to reach double figures despite 13 shot attempts. It's a familiar theme for the junior wing who has regressed to shoot a measly 33 percent this season. Since moving back into the starting lineup Feb. 17, Williams is averaging 9.3 points on 29 percent shooting.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't start Thursday Williams was not listed in Washington State's starting lineup ahead of Thursday's matchup against Arizona.

Impact Williams will likely come off the bench for Washington State as they go up against an imposing Arizona team. This will mark the first game the guard has not started for the Cougars since Jan. 15 versus Cal.

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Streaking Washington St. beats Cal; 1st Bay sweep since '93

Michael Flowers scored 21 points and went 4-for-4 from the foul line in the final 31 seconds and Washington State beat California 68-64

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Flowers, Jakimovski help Washington St. beat Colorado 70-43

Michael Flowers hit four 3-pointers and finished with 16 points, Andrej Jakimovski added 14 points and 10 rebounds and Washington State never trailed in its 70-43 win over Colorado

JANUARY 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back in starting lineup Williams was a late addition to the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Stanford in place of Ty Roberts (undisclosed), who has been scratched.

Impact Williams has plenty of experience as a starter, having started 11 of the 13 games he's appeared in so far this season. He's likely in line for boosted minutes Thursday as a result, especially with one more rotational body unavailable in Roberts.

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goes for 11 points in return Williams ended Saturday's 77-61 win over Utah with 11 points (3-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-7 FT), six rebounds and three assists in 24 minutes.

Impact Williams didn't get the start in his return from a one-game absence due to COVID protocols, but still had a solid outing. He is now averaging 12.6 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.2 steals per contest this season.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Washington State gets first win at Utah since 1946, 77-61

Tyrell Roberts knocked down five 3-pointers and Washington State picked up its first win at Utah since 1946, taking a 77-61 win in a Pac-12 battle

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will suit up Saturday Williams (undisclosed) will take part in Saturday's game against Utah, Dylan Haugh of 247Sports reports.

Impact Williams was unable to see the floor Thursday but appears to be in much better shape to make it back into action a pair of days later. The junior has finished in double figures in all but two games this season and is second on the team in scoring, averaging 12.8 points per contest to go along with 4.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.3 steals over 26.9 minutes per game.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Thursday Williams (undisclosed) will not play Thursday, wsucougars.com reports.

Impact A big blow to the Cougars, Williams will not play Thursday. The 6-foot-5 guard averages 12.8 points, second highest among the Cougars, in 26.9 minutes per game this season. His next chance to return is Saturday.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Wednesday Williams is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against New Mexico State.

Impact Williams has started in every game he's played in this season but it appears the third-year guard will come off the bench for the first time on Wednesday. Williams is averaging 13.1 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.8 assists and a steal in 28.0 minutes per game this season.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Williams leads balanced attack as Washington St tops Weber

Noah Williams scored 17 points, Mouhamed Gueye had his first double-double and Washington State handed Weber State its first loss of the season, 94-60

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

14 points as Cougars cruise Williams logged 14 points (4-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-6 FT), four rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal in 29 minutes during Wednesday's 51-29 victory over Arizona State.

Impact Williams returned from a one-game absence due to what was vaguely described as a neck injury, and while his streak of scoring in double figures extended to five, it was WSU's defensive effort that truly stood out here. Still, the third-year guard continues to lead the Cougars in scoring at 13.8 ppg.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Wednesday Williams (neck) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Arizona State.

Impact As expected, Williams will make his return to the court following a one-game absence due to a neck injury. The junior is averaging 13.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.2 steals in 27.6 minutes per game this season.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back Wednesday Coach Kyle Smith expects to have Williams (neck) back for Wednesday's game against Arizona State, Jamey Vinnick of 247Sports reports.

Impact Williams is described as likely to return while teammate TJ Bamba is more of a question mark for the contest. Williams was firing on all cylinders prior to his neck injury, racking up double-digit scoring nights in four straight. Assuming he's good to go as expected, Williams figures to rejoin the starting lineup.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Return status uncertain Coach Kyle Smith believes that one of either Williams (neck) or T.J. Bamba (neck) might be able to suit up Wednesday against Arizona State, Colton Clark of the Spokesman-Review rep...

Impact This report does little to help fantasy players make any decisions, and is also qualified with "nothing concrete." Clearly there's some gamesmanship in play here as the Cougars begin conference play, and both Williams and Bamba should be considered questionable for Wednesday's showdown with Arizona State. A return for Williams would be the most impactful one, as he's their second-leading scorer at 13.8 ppg, though Bamba has been solid himself with a 8.4 ppg average.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Did not play Saturday Williams didn't play Saturday against EWU due to a neck injury, according to WSU Cougar Notes.

Impact It's unclear when Williams suffered the injury, as he logged 30 minutes during the team's previous game (Nov. 22 against Winthrop), and the severity is unclear as well. For now, it remains to be seen if he'll be able to play next Wednesday on the road against Arizona State.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Williams leads Washington State rout of Idaho, 109-61

Noah Williams scored 16 points and led six players into double-digit scoring as Washington State routed Idaho, 109-61 to win the 277th edition of The Battle of the Palouse, the lon...

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Involved in alleged altercation Williams is facing multiple misdemeanor charges as a result of an alleged altercation with a bouncer in Pullman last week, Colton Clark of The Spokesman-Review reports.

Impact The charges that are being requested at this time include fourth-degree assault, possession of false identification and minor frequenting an off-limits area. The WSU athletic department admitted to the paper that it was aware of the situation, but would not comment on an ongoing investigation. Effectively, it's unclear at this time if there will be on-court ramifications for the team's leading returning scorer. After losing star guard Isaac Bonton, Williams will be absolutely pivotal in this year's offensive success.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

No. 19 USC at Colorado highlights the week in Pac-12 hoops

No. 19 USC faces Colorado in the marquee game in the Pac-12 Conference this week

FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Williams scores 40, leads WSU over Stanford in 3 OTs, 85-76 PULLMAN, Wash. - Noah Williams scored a career-high 40 points and Washington State outlasted Stanford 85-76 in triple overtime on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • THESTAR.COM

Williams scores 40, leads WSU over Stanford in 3 OTs, 85-76

Noah Williams scored a career-high 40 points and Washington State outlasted Stanford 85-76 in triple overtime

FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores 40 in triple overtime win Williams posted 40 points (12-35 FG, 8-18 3Pt, 8-10 FT), five rebounds and two assists across 54 minutes in Saturday's 85-76 triple overtime win over Stanford.

Impact Williams followed his career-high 32 point performance Thursday with a 40-point night on the strength of eight three-pointers. He's taking full advantage of the Isaac Bonton injury and accounted for 43 percent of the team's possessions Saturday. Williams is emerging as an excellent three-point shooter, connecting on 42 percent of his attempts from deep.

FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stanford looks to extend streak vs Washington St.

Stanford looks for its 10th straight win in the head-to-head series over Washington State

FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Erupts for 32 points against Cal Williams recorded 32 points (12-20 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds and seven assists in 31 minutes during Thursday's 82-51 victory over California.

Impact Williams went off for a career-high 32 points on the strength of four three-pointers and an efficient 60 percent shooting night. With Isaac Bonton sidelined for a second-straight game, Williams took advantage of the opportunity and was only one rebound and three assists shy of a triple-double. His workload will decrease when Bonton returns, which may come Saturday against Stanford.

FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE