ROBERT WILLIAMS III NEWS

Mavs Trade Talk: Buddy Hield, Robert Williams to Dallas in 4-Team Blockbuster? An enthusiastic hypothetical trade proposal sees the Dallas Mavericks adding a knockdown sharpshooter in Indiana Pacers’ Buddy Hield and Bos...

AUGUST 28, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Mavs Trade Talk: Buddy Hield, Robert Williams to Dallas in 4-Team Blockbuster? An enthusiastic hypothetical trade proposal sees the Dallas Mavericks adding a knockdown sharpshooter in Indiana Pacers’ Buddy Hield and Bos...

AUGUST 28, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Examining How Celtics' Starting Lineup Might Shapeshift This Season At Kristaps Porzingis’ introductory press conference, he told Inside The Celtics of pairing with Robert Williams and Al Horford, respectivel...

AUGUST 9, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Productive in limited action Williams chipped in 10 points (4-5 FG, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds and one block over 17 minutes during Saturday's 104-103 victory over the Heat in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Fin...

Impact Williams started the first two games of the series, but he's operated off the bench since. Overall, he's averaged 9.7 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in 19.7 minutes per game. It's unlikely he plays more than 20 minutes during Game 7, but he's proven capable of submitting quality production in limited action.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs just 18 minutes Williams totaled six points (3-3 FG), four rebounds, one assist and one block over 18 minutes during Thursday's 110-97 victory over Miami in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals...

Impact Williams was used sparingly in the win, logging just 18 minutes as the Celtics took control early. Despite the limited minutes, Williams certainly had an impact, helping keep the likes of Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo in check. The series will now head back to Miami where the Celtics will look to continue their momentum, hoping to become the first team to ever come back from a 0-3 series deficit.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Here's What Stood Out in Game 3 Loss to Heat: Celtics on Brink of Elimination After Worst Performance This Postseason 1. The double-big lineup isn’t Boston’s best option this series, so it’s no surprise the Celtics downsized to better match up with Miami to...

MAY 22, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Perfect from field in loss Williams logged 13 points (5-5 FG, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 23 minutes during Friday's 111-105 loss to the Heat in Game 2 of the Eastern Con...

Impact Williams didn't miss a single shot from the field but also contributed on the defensive end, racking up multiple blocks for the fourth time over his last eight playoff appearances. The big man has also produced on offense, scoring in double digits in three of his last four starts.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heat-Celtics coaching matchup as intriguing as the action on court

Jayson Tatum and Jimmy Butler are the headliners of the ECF, but Game 1 showed the tactical battle between Joe Mazzulla and Erik Spoelstra c...

MAY 19, 2023

2023 NBA Finals: Potential Celtics-Lakers matchup odds

What would the series odds be if it's Celtics-Lakers in the NBA Finals? Read what sportsbooks would put the number at if the teams meet with...

MAY 17, 2023

Boston Sports Journal Boston's fast-growing, fully-credentialed, flying-everywhere collection of professional journalists covering Patriots, Red Sox, Bruins, Celt...

MAY 13, 2023 • BOSTONSPORTSJOURNAL.COM

Al Horford Explains Robert Williams' Impact On Celtics Success Robert Williams' return to the starting lineup was a big difference maker in the Celtics' win over the 76ers in Game 6.

MAY 13, 2023 • NESN.COM

Strong in Thursday's start Williams produced 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 28 minutes during Thursday's 95-86 victory over the 76ers in Game 6 of the Eastern Con...

Impact Williams moved into the starting lineup Thursday, ending with a team-best plus-18. While his stats were serviceable, his impact on the game far outweighed his tangible production. The series will now head back to Boston for Game 7, a matchup in which Williams is likely to start once again.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Williams III delivers for Celtics, Joe Mazzulla in do-or-die Game 6

Joe Mazzulla turned to his fifth-year big man to give Boston a spark while on the brink of elimination — and Williams delivered.

MAY 12, 2023

Confirmed as starter Williams will start Thursday's Game 6 against Philadelphia, Souichi Terada of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Williams was reported to be moving into the starting lineup for Thursday's matchup, and coach Joe Mazzulla confirmed the change ahead of the game. Williams averaged 2.8 points and 1.8 rebounds in 15.2 minutes per game over the first five games of the series and should provide Boston with a boost on the defensive end of the court as a starter Thursday.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to start Thursday Williams is expected to start in Thursday's Game 6 against the 76ers, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Williams has had an inconsistent role off the bench in the first five games of the series against Philadelphia, and he's averaged 2.8 points and 1.8 rebounds in 15.2 minutes per game. However, he's expected to see an increased role Thursday while Derrick White comes off the bench.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Williams and Grant Williams Provide Injury Updates a Day After Celtics' Game 3 Win vs. Sixers With 8:35 left in Game 3, Robert Williams raced for a long rebound that caromed off the rim and toward the Celtics’ bench. He managed to get...

MAY 6, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Quiet night Tuesday Williams closed with 10 points (5-6 FG, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds and two assists over 27 minutes during Tuesday's 119-117 loss to Atlanta in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Quarter...

Impact Williams flirted with a double-double in the loss, although he was noticeably quiet on the defensive end. While he is still able to impact a number of shots with his size and athleticism, Williams really needs to be doing more on a nightly basis. The Celtics remain the favorites despite having lost two straight games, although Williams will need to step things up should they progress to face the 76ers.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics Praise Robert Williams for Impact in What They Deemed a Must-Win Game 4: 'Can't Even Give Words to What Rob Does on Our Team' Robert Williams is the Celtics’ x-factor. He’s near and arguably at the top of that category among playoff teams. His impact at the rim and...

APRIL 24, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Double-doubles off bench Williams finished with 13 points (4-5 FG, 5-6 FT), 15 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals in 29 minutes during Sunday's 129-121 win over the Hawks in Game 4 of the E...

Impact It was by far Williams' best game of the opening-round series, as he finished with his most points, rebounds, assists, steals and minutes. The double-double marked the big man's seventh of the campaign, and his 15 rebounds were one shy of a season high. Williams has battled through injuries over the past couple seasons, limiting his overall impact, but when he's healthy and at his best, he's capable of producing stat lines like this on a regular basis.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics-Hawks series preview: Trae Young game plan, Robert Williams' role, X-factors and more Breaking down the first-round matchup between the Hawks and Celtics.

APRIL 12, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Celtics, Hawks sit many players for regular-season finale

The Boston Celtics and Atlanta Hawks will have numerous players out for the season finale

APRIL 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Termed questionable for Sunday Williams is listed as questionable for Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Hawks due to left knee soreness.

Impact Williams has started the last pair of contests for the Celtics and has posted some well-rounded stat lines, but it remains to be seen if the coaching staff will trot him out on the floor for the finale. Even if he does play Sunday, it wouldn't be shocking if it's in a limited fashion with Boston having nothing to play for.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Williams will be held out of Tuesday's game at Philadelphia for rest purposes, Tim Bontemps of ESPN reports.

Impact As has been the case all season, the Celtics will continue to exercise caution with Williams as they head into a back-to-back set. While the big man will likely be back in action Wednesday against Toronto, fantasy managers should double-check his status throughout the week, as Boston's rotation could change once the team locks up a playoff seed.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Friday Williams (rest/knee) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Jazz, Steve Hewitt of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Williams will presumably sit out the second night of the back-to-back after playing well in the Celtics' decimation of the Bucks on Thursday. It could be a skeleton crew for Boston, as Jaylen Brown (back), Al Horford (back) and Jayson Tatum (hip) are also on the injury report as questionable. If both big men sit out, there should be plenty of minutes for Blake Griffin, Mike Muscala and Luke Kornet.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics injury report: Robert Williams upgraded for Thursday's game vs. Bucks The Celtics will have their athletic big man available for a key matchup against Milwaukee.

MARCH 30, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM