Impact Williams will likely miss his 11th game in a row Monday, and he remains without a timetable. The Hornets haven't provided an update on his progress, and they continue to slap doubtful tags on the center.
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Listed doubtful again Williams (back) is doubtful for Monday's game against Denver.
Mark Williams to Miss Tenth Straight Game The Hornets’ injury report for tonight’s game.
DECEMBER 30, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Mark Williams to Miss Tenth Straight Game The Hornets’ injury report for tonight’s game.
DECEMBER 30, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Downgraded to out Williams (back) will sit out Friday's game against the Suns.
Impact This will be the 10th straight game on the sidelines for Williams. The Hornets have been consistently labeling him as doubtful before ultimately ruling him out of games. It's best to consider him as doubtful for Monday's game against the Nuggets.
DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Likely out Friday Williams (back) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Suns.
Impact Williams is expected to miss his tenth straight game Friday due to a lower back contusion. Nick Richards will likely receive another start if Williams is ultimately ruled out.
DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Will sit out Thursday Williams (ankle) will not play Thursday versus the Lakers.
Impact Williams will miss his ninth straight game Thursday. The Hornets have been labeling him as doubtful for the past few weeks, and there is no end in sight. He should be considered doubtful at best for Friday's game against the Suns.
DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Lands another doubtful tag Williams (bacK) is doubtful to play in Thursday's game against the Lakers.
Impact Williams has been labeled doubtful before being ruled out in each of the Hornets' last eight games. Assuming he's absent from Thursday's contest, expect Nick Richards to draw the start while P.J. Washington and Nathan Mensah could see more work off the bench.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Tuesday Williams (back) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Clippers.
Impact No surprise here, as Williams was considered doubtful prior to this update. The Hornets have been labeling Williams as doubtful for the past couple weeks, and there's been little word regarding his progress. Charlotte's next game is Thursday against the Lakers, and that's the front end of a back-to-back set.
DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Considered doubtful for Tuesday Williams (back) is doubtful to play Tuesday versus the Clippers.
Impact Dealing with a contusion in his lower back, Williams appears likely to miss an eighth consecutive contest Tuesday. Nick Richards has averaged 8.9 points and 8.4 rebounds in 29.1 minutes per game while starting throughout Williams' ongoing absence.
DECEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out Saturday Williams (back) will not play in Saturday's game against Denver.
Impact This will be the seventh straight game on the sidelines for Williams. The Hornets continue to list him as doubtful, and there hasn't been a meaningful update on his progress in a while. His next chance to play will be Tuesday against the Clippers.
DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as doubtful again Williams (back) is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.
Impact Williams has missed six straight games and has been initially listed as doubtful each time. He'll likely remain sidelined again Saturday, allowing Nick Richards to draw another start. Williams next chance to suit up will come Tuesday versus the Clippers.
DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Officially ruled out Williams (back) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Pacers.
Impact Williams' absence streak will extend to six games Wednesday while dealing with a back contusion. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Denver.
DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Not expected to play Wednesday Williams (back) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game versus the Pacers.
Impact Williams is expected to miss his sixth straight game Wednesday due to a back contusion. Rich Richards will likely continue to start if Williams is officially ruled out.
DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Downgraded to out Williams (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game in Toronto.
Impact As expected, Williams has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a fifth straight game. The Hornets haven't provided an official update, so Williams can be considered day-to-day moving forward, though it's unclear when he'll be able to return. Nick Richards should continue starting at center in the meantime.
DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to play Monday Williams (back) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Raptors.
Impact Williams will likely miss a fifth straight game Monday. The Hornets haven't provided an official update, so it's unclear when he'll be able to return, but Williams can be considered day-to-day moving forward. In Williams' absence, Nick Richards has played well as the starting center.
DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out Saturday Williams (back) will not play in Saturday's game against the 76ers.
Impact This will be the fourth straight game on the shelf for Williams, and he remains without an official timetable. Nick Richards and JT Thor will continue to pick up the slack in the meantime. Williams' next chance to play will be on Monday against Toronto.
DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Tabbed doubtful Saturday Williams (back) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the 76ers.
Impact Williams missed the opening leg of the Hornets' back-to-back set with a back contusion and is trending toward missing Saturday's tilt as well. If he sits again, Nick Richards and JT Thor will likely see more action.
DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Officially ruled out Williams (back) won't play in Friday's game versus the Pelicans.
Impact Williams will miss his third straight game Friday after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a lower back contusion. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Philadelphia.
DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to play Friday Williams (back) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Pelicans.
Impact Williams has missed the last two games due to a lower back contusion, and it appears as though he's on track to be sidelined once again Friday. Nick Richards will likely see increased run once again Friday if Williams is officially ruled out.
DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Downgraded to out Williams (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Impact As expected, Williams has been downgraded from doubtful to out and will miss a second straight game. With Williams banged up, Nick Richards has played at least 26 points in three straight appearances (two starts), averaging 9.0 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.0 blocks during that stretch. Williams' next chance to suit up will come Friday versus New Orleans.
DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to play Wednesday Williams (back) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Heat, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Impact Williams will be listed as doubtful for the second straight contest due to a low back contusion. If Williams is ultimately ruled out, Nick Richards would likely start again versus Miami.
DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Downgraded to out Williams (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Heat.
Impact Williams was considered doubtful for Monday's matchup, so it isn't very surprising to see him ruled out for the second time in the last three games. Nick Richards, P.J. Washington and Miles Bridges are all candidates to see larger roles against Miami.
DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to play Monday Williams is doubtful for Monday's matchup against the Heat due to a low back contusion.
Impact Williams missed Wednesday's loss to the Bulls due to a low back contusion but returned to action Friday, posting four points, three rebounds and two blocks in 20 minutes during a win over Toronto. It's unclear if he suffered a setback or if his expected absence Monday is simply precautionary. Either way, Nick Richards would be the primary beneficiary if Williams is sidelined, while P.J. Washington and Miles Bridges could also spend more time at the five.
DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Limited time in return from injury Williams closed Friday's 119-116 victory over Toronto with four points (2-4 FG), three rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 20 minutes.
Impact Williams returned Friday after missing the previous game with a back injury, seeing a limited role while finishing with less than five points for just the second time this season. Williams has played well for Charlotte over the last 10 games, averaging 10.9 points, 10.4 rebounds, 1.4 blocks and 1.2 assists over that stretch.
DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available Friday Williams (back) is available for Friday's game against the Raptors.
Impact Williams was unavailable Wednesday against Chicago but will be back in action following a one-game absence. He's been a consistent contributor for Charlotte recently, averaging 13.7 points and 10.4 rebounds in 27.6 minutes per game over 15 appearances since the start of November.
DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
