KENRICH WILLIAMS NEWS

Gets limited run in season debut Williams (knee) played six minutes off the bench in Monday's 134-128 win over the Clippers, finishing with three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and one assist.

Impact Williams had missed the Thunder's first 10 games of the season while completing his recovery from knee surgery, but he returned Monday to provide a healthy body for an injury ravaged Oklahoma City frontcourt. Head coach Mark Daigneault didn't turn to Williams for major minutes, however, as he instead relied heavily on small-ball lineups, including a starting five featuring the 6-foot-5, 211-pound Jalen Williams at center. Kenrich Williams could see his playing time pick up in the games to come, but the Thunder are still likely to rotate a number of different players at center until Isaiah Hartenstein (hand) likely makes his return in late November or early December to bring more stability at the position.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Williams (knee) is available to play Monday against the Clippers.

Impact Williams has a chance to make his 2024-25 regular-season debut after recovering from knee surgery. Williams will need a ramp-up period, but there will be minutes available for the Thunder with Chet Holmgren suffering a hip fracture that will sideline him for at least eight weeks.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

The injured Kenrich Williams is making an impact off the court The Book Bus initiative provided complimentary books to students in Oklahoma City on Thursday.

NOVEMBER 10 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Not playing Sunday Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Warriors, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Williams was assigned to the Oklahoma City Blue of the G League on Saturday to participate in practice and was called back up on the same day. He won't make his 2024-25 regular-season debut Sunday as he continues to work his way back from right knee surgery. Williams' next chance at suiting up will be against the Clippers on Monday.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA The Thunder recalled Williams (knee) from the Oklahoma City Blue of the G League on Saturday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Williams seems to have just been sent down to the G League to participate in practice. While Williams has yet to make his season debut while recovering from right knee surgery, his next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Golden State.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to G League The Thunder assigned Williams to the Oklahoma City Blue of the G League on Saturday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Williams has missed the Thunder's first nine contests in 2024-25 while recovering from right knee surgery. Although it's unclear whether Williams is set to practice or play in a game in the G League. Regardless, the 29-year-old big man appears to be progressing well in his recovery.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Friday Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game versus the Rockets.

Impact Williams has yet to make his season debut while recovering from a right knee surgery he underwent in September. The 29-year-old forward's timetable for a return is unclear, though his next chance to debut will come Sunday against the Warriors.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Williams (knee) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Nuggets.

Impact Williams will miss his eighth straight contest to begin the season Wednesday while recovering from right knee surgery. The 28-year-old big man's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Houston.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Monday Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Magic.

Impact Williams has yet to make his debut in the 2024-25 campaign, and he will have to wait at least one more game to do so. The 29-year-old has no clear timetable for a return to game action as he recovers from right knee surgery, though his next chance to play will come Wednesday against Denver.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Williams (knee) is out for Saturday's game versus the Clippers.

Impact Williams will miss another game to start the season as he recovers from right knee surgery. His next chance to play is Monday's matchup with Orlando.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Williams (knee) won't play in Friday's game versus the Trail Blazers.

Impact Williams has yet to suit up this season while recovering from right knee surgery. However, Williams was sent to the Thunder's G League affiliate Thursday to practice, indicating that he is ramping up toward a return to action. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with the Clippers.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to G League The Thunder assigned Williams (knee) to the G League's Oklahoma City Blue on Wednesday, Andrew Schlecht of The Athletic reports.

Impact Williams is still ramping up after undergoing right knee surgery in September, but this transaction is an indication that he's getting closer to a return.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Williams has yet to play this season. He doesn't have a return timetable, but his next chance to suit up will come Friday in Portland.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Williams is still ramping up after undergoing right knee surgery in September and there is no set timetable for his return. The 29-year-old is expected to serve as a backup frontcourt piece, though he will have to compete for playing time with Ousmane Dieng and Aaron Wiggins off the bench. Williams' next chance to play will be Wednesday versus the Spurs.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Not suiting up Saturday Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup versus the Bulls, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Williams is still ramping up after undergoing a right knee surgery in September. There is no set timetable for the 29-year-old's return, though his next chance to feature will come Sunday against the Hawks at home.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for season opener Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game versus Denver.

Impact Williams continues ramping up from knee surgery in September, although there has been no specific timeline for returning to action. Williams will have to resume full contact practices before being activated.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Where Does Kenrich Williams Fit For the OKC Thunder? Oklahoma City has used the preseason to adjust to its new additions, but not every important player has been on the floor. The Thunder have...

OCTOBER 17 • SI.COM

Injured Thunder backups take limited part in day 4 of training camp Kenrich Williams and Jaylin Williams, rehabing from minor injuries, will likely miss OKC’s preseason opener.

OCTOBER 7 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Out for preseason opener Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's preseason opener against the Spurs, Nick Gallo of the Thunder's official site reports.

Impact Williams underwent right knee surgery in September, so it does not come as a surprise that he won't suit up Monday. The 29-year-old likely won't appear in the preseason, though he has returned to practice in a limited fashion which bodes well for his chance to return to game action soon.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Williams (knee) was seen at Friday's practice shooting free throws and other light activities, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Williams underwent right knee surgery in September, so it's a good sign he is already back on the practice floor. Still, it would be surprising to see Williams feature in any preseason contests.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

"He's not your normal rising star. He's got a little different type of swag to him" - Why Kenrich Williams is in awe of Jalen Williams' talent "This dude can do it all!"

SEPTEMBER 30 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Kenrich Williams' knee rehab can fuel a breakthrough season Thunder’s wing - recovering from surgery - will be competing for minutes in a roster full of more skilled players.

SEPTEMBER 19 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Undergoes knee procedure Williams underwent a successful arthroscopic debridement procedure in his right knee Tuesday, Andrew Schlecht of The Athletic reports.

Impact The timing of this is unfortunate for Williams with training camp right around the corner. A timetable was not provided by the Thunder, but Williams is scheduled to be re-evaluated at the end of the preseason. In 69 regular-season appearances for the Thunder in 2023-24, Williams averaged 4.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Back in rotation Saturday Williams provided two points (1-1 FG) and one rebound across three minutes during Saturday's 117-116 loss to the Mavericks in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Impact Williams played for just the second time in the past five games, logging four minutes as Luguentz Dort was benched due to foul trouble. Despite a somewhat fantasy-friendly game, Williams is nothing more than a depth piece for a Thunder team with high aspirations heading into next season. There is no reason to think he will play a significant role moving forward.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Kenrich Williams Could Be A Key Fixture Against Mavericks After Quiet First-Round The Oklahoma City Thunder could lean on Kenrich Williams in Round 2 after going away from him in the Pelicans series.

MAY 5 • SI.COM