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Returns to action Sunday Williams (concussion/conditioning) finished with eight points (4-4 FG), three rebounds and one assist over 17 minutes during Sunday's 116-109 loss to Phoenix.

Impact Williams returned to action following a seven-game absence due to a concussion and then reconditioning. With Deandre Ayton (illness) sidelined, Williams operated as the primary backup to Donovan Clingan, who made his first start since Nov. 23. When Ayton and Clingan are both healthy, it's unclear how much playing time will be available Williams, who'll likely have to play out of position at times if he wants to maintain a consistent role.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Williams (reconditioning) is available for Sunday's game against the Suns, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Williams will return to action after missing the last seven games due to a concussion and subsequent reconditioning. Williams will serve as backup to Donovan Clingan.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Sunday Williams (reconditioning) is Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland for Sunday's game against the Suns, Sean Highkin reports.

Impact Williams cleared the concussion protocol earlier this week, but the big man is going through the process of recovering his conditioning to play. As such, a decision on his status will be made closer to Sunday's 8 p.m. ET tipoff. If he's not available, then Donovan Clingan, Duop Reath and Jabari Walker will log all the minutes available at center.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Williams (reconditioning) will not play in Friday's game against the Spurs, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Williams has presumably cleared the league's concussion protocols, but he will miss Friday's game as the team awaits him to get his conditioning back up to par. The absence will mark his seventh straight game on the sidelines. With Deandre Ayton (illness) also sidelined, Portland will lean on Donovan Clingan and Jabari Walker at center.

DECEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Remains questionable Friday Williams is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs due to reconditioning.

Impact Williams was previously listed on the injury report with a concussion, though he has presumably cleared league protocols and is now deemed questionable due to reconditioning as he works his way back to playing form. The big man has missed six consecutive outings, and he'll likely operate under a minutes restriction if he's able to return to game action Friday,

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Officially questionable Williams (concussion) is questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Williams was a full participant in practice Thursday, and as expected, he's being considered a game-time decision ahead of Friday's game. He'll likely need to prove his health during morning shootaround and warmups before Portland feels comfortable enough to clear him for game action.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Aims to return Friday Williams (concussion) practiced fully Thursday, aiming for a return to NBA action Friday, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact While Williams' status is still up in the air for Friday, he has not been ruled out yet, and will likely be a true game time decision against San Antonio. Williams has missed the last six games but is trending in the right direction. However, if he has to miss a seventh consecutive game, Jerami Grant, Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara will all likely see extended minutes.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Portland takes on San Antonio, looks to end 4-game slide

Portland will try to end its four-game slide when the Portland Trail Blazers take on San Antonio

DECEMBER 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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DECEMBER 12 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Remains in concussion protocol Williams remains in concussion protocol but spent some time on the court during Tuesday's practice, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Impact Williams has missed six straight games due to a concussion, and it's unclear when he'll be ready to suit up again. His next chance comes Friday against the Spurs. Donovan Clingan (knee) is expected to play in that contest, while Deandre Ayton has played at least 32 minutes in four of his last six games, so there may not be many minutes available for Williams even when he's cleared to play.

DECEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Williams (concussion) is out for Sunday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Williams will miss a sixth straight game due to a concussion, and the Trail Blazers aren't going to speed up his recovery process. Williams' next chance to suit up will come against the Spurs on Friday, Dec. 13.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out vs. Jazz Williams (concussion) won't play Friday against Utah.

Impact Williams is set to miss his fifth straight game while working through the league's concussion protocol. His next opportunity to suit up will arrive Sunday against the Lakers.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Utah takes on Portland, looks to halt 5-game skid

Utah aims to break its five-game losing streak with a victory against Portland

DECEMBER 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will not return Tuesday Williams (concussion) will not travel for Tuesday's game against the Lakers, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact Williams remains in the concussion protocol and will be sidelined for a fourth straight game. He should be considered questionable for Friday's game against the Jazz.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles plays Portland, seeks 9th straight home win

Los Angeles looks to continue its eight-game home win streak with a victory over Portland

DECEMBER 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't return Sunday Williams (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Dallas.

Impact Williams will be sidelined for a third straight game due to a concussion. His next chance to play will be against the Clippers on Tuesday. Jabari Walker will continue to serve as Portland's backup center behind Deandre Ayton due to the absence of Williams and Donovan Clingan (knee).

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 30 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Ruled out Friday Williams (concussion) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Kings, Sean Highkin of Rip City Radio 620 Portland reports.

Impact As expected, Williams will miss a second straight game due to a concussion, and his next chance to play will be against the Mavericks on Sunday. With Williams and Donovan Clingan (knee) sidelined, Jabari Walker will serve as Portland's backup center behind Deandre Ayton.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday Williams (concussion) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Kings.

Impact The Trail Blazers placed Williams in concussion protocol and already missed Wednesday's loss to the Pacers. The doubtful tag here suggests the big man won't be ready to feature Friday, and if that's the case, then Deandre Ayton would be in line to start at center once again.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Lands in concussion protocol Portland placed Williams in concussion protocol Tuesday, and he's been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact With Deandre Ayton (finger) and Donovan Clingan (knee) sidelined, Williams made his first start of the season Monday in Memphis but lasted only 12 minutes before suffering the concussion. The oft-injured big man will have a few hurdles to clear before suiting up again, but he can be considered questionable for Friday's game against the Kings.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers head injury Williams is being evaluated for a concussion and won't return to Monday night's game against the Grizzlies. He recorded six points (1-4 FG, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one...

Impact It's unclear as to when Williams suffered the injury, but he's been shut down for the night to undergo further testing. This is untimely news for the Blazers, who are already without Deandre Ayton (finger) and Donovan Clingan (knee). Duop Reath and Jabari Walker should eat up minutes at center down the stretch.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Draws start at center Williams is starting Monday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Williams will join the first unit after both Deandre Ayton (finger) and Donovan Clingan (knee) were ruled out prior to tipoff. Williams should be in line for more opportunities than usual Monday, especially considering he was sat down for rest purposes Saturday against the Rockets. Duop Reath and Jabari Walker should also see more chances due to Portland's lack of frontcourt depth.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Resting Saturday Williams (rest) won't play in Saturday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Williams will get the night off Saturday as the Trail Blazers complete a back-to-back set against Houston. Williams has appeared in six games this season, averaging 10.2 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.9 combined steals-plus-blocks. He should be expected to play Monday at Memphis.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs eight boards in loss Williams put up four points (2-4 FG), eight rebounds and two assists in Wednesday's 109-99 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Williams played in just his fifth game of the season Wednesday night, and did not contribute much offensively, but still managed to snag eight rebounds, his third in which he's gotten that many. As Williams continue to transition to game speed after missing the first nine games of the season, expect him to be more involved moving forward.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday vs. Atlanta Williams (rest) will be available against the Hawks on Sunday.

Impact After sitting out for the Trail Blazers' first nine games of the 2024-25 regular season due to a hamstring injury, Williams returned for the next three contests and averaged 12.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.7 blocks and 1.7 steals over 17.7 minutes per game. He was held out of this past Wednesday's game against Minnesota, but he will return Sunday following three days of additional rest. Williams could see big minutes off the bench if Deandre Ayton (finger) is unable to play.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE