ZIAIRE WILLIAMS NEWS

Starting in place of Bane Williams will start Friday's game in Minnesota, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Williams will draw his second start of the season with Desmond Bane (knee) out. In his only other start, Williams posted 13 points (6-9 FG) across 28 minutes during a 130-112 win over the Pacers. The second-year wing figures to see a similar role against the Timberwolves.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Paul returns, Suns hold on for 112-110 win over Grizzlies

Chris Paul had 22 points and 11 assists in his return after missing seven games with a hip injury, leading the Phoenix Suns over the Memphis Grizzlies 112-110

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Watch Memphis Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams sink 79-foot buzzer-beater against Phoenix Suns Watch Ziaire Williams sink an unbelievable 79-foot buzzer beating shot against the Phoenix Suns

JANUARY 23, 2023 • COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM

Will play Friday Williams (illness) will play Friday against the Lakers, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Williams was initially listed as questionable with a non-COVID illness, but the aliment ultimately won't impact his availability Friday. Over his past seven appearances, the second-year forward has averaged 9.1 points and 1.9 rebounds in 20.4 minutes per game.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Williams (non-COVID illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's contest against the Lakers.

Impact Williams has seen a decent workload recently, averaging 21.5 minutes over the Grizzlies' last six games. Over that stretch, the forward is averaging 8.0 points, 2.0 rebounds and 0.7 assists. If Williams is unable to play Friday, expect John Konchar to see an increased role.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to second unit Williams will come of the bench for Monday's game against the Suns, Rob Fischer of Bally Sports Southeast reports.

Impact Williams received his first start of the season Saturday with Dillon Brooks (ankle) sidelined, recording 13 points in 28 minutes of action. in the four games leading up to his spot start, Williams averaged 11.3 points and 2.0 rebounds across 20.3 minutes.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Williams will enter the starting five for Saturday's meeting with the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Williams will draw the start in place of Dillon Brooks (ankle), joining Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, Jaren Jackson and Steven Adams in the first unit. Saturday's contest will mark Williams' first start of the campaign and makes him worth a look as a streaming option considering he has scored at least nine points in each of his last four contests despite playing just 20.3 minutes.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Morant, Jackson lead Grizzlies over Magic for 5th straight

Ja Morant scored 32 points, Jaren Jackson added 31 points and 10 rebounds and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Orlando Magic 123-115 for their fifth straight win

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suits up Wednesday Williams (knee) is active for Wednesday's game versus Charlotte.

Impact Williams missed the last two games with right knee soreness, but he should be available to play a minor role off the bench Wednesday.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Considered questionable Williams (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Hornets.

Impact Williams has been sidelined for back-to-back contests due to right knee soreness and is in jeopardy of missing a third. However, his absence hasn't significantly impacted Memphis' rotation, so his availability shouldn't be overly concerning for fantasy managers.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Kings.

Impact Williams was ruled out from Saturday's game due to right knee soreness and was listed as doubtful a few hours before tip-off, so his absence here isn't all that surprising. His absence won't affect many fantasy rosters due to his lesser role off the bench, and Williams' next chance to play will come Wednesday at Charlotte.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to face Kings Williams (knee) is doubtful to play Sunday against the Kings.

Impact Williams was ruled out from Saturday's game due to right knee soreness, and the same injury might keep him out of Sunday's contest as well. He's missed a big chunk of the season due to injuries and has not produced a lot when available, so his potential absence shouldn't affect many fantasy rosters.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Williams has been ruled out of Saturday's game against the Pelicans due to knee soreness.

Impact Williams missed the first 24 games of the season and has been playing off the bench in recent weeks, but he's back on the shelf due to a knee injury. His next chance to play will come Sunday against the Kings.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes season debut Williams (knee) played 19 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's 123-102 win over the Thunder, finishing with four points (2-9 FG, 0-4 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists and two steal...

Impact Some poor shooting took a bigger night off the table for Williams, who was available for the first time in 2022-23 after he was shut down in the preseason with right patellar tendinitis. With Desmond Bane (toe) likely to be sidelined for at least another month, Williams could have the opportunity to seize hold of a larger role on the wing once he's further removed from the knee injury. John Konchar, David Roddy and Jake LaRavia (foot) represent Williams' primary competition for minutes.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active Wednesday Williams (knee) is active Wednesday against the Thunder.

Impact Williams will finally be available to make his season debut after nursing right knee tendinitis to start the campaign. The forward averaged 8.1 points and 2.1 rebounds across 62 games played last year with the Grizzlies.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Wednesday Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said there's a "pretty good chance" Williams (knee) will play in Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appea...

Impact Williams will likely make his season debut Wednesday after missing the start of the 2022-23 campaign with right knee tendinitis. Fantasy managers should expect Williams to be eased back into the Grizzlies rotation in his first few games back.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to make season debut Williams (knee) is questionable to play in Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Williams has yet to make his season debut due to right knee tendinitis. Wednesday marks the first game in 2022-23 that Williams has received a questionable tag. If the second-year forward can't play against the Thunder, he will likely return to action soon.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Williams (knee) won't play in Monday's game against Miami.

Impact Williams has been dealing with right knee tendinitis and has yet to take the floor this season. His next chance at a return arrives Wednesday against Oklahoma City.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Considered doubtful for Monday Williams (knee) is doubtful for Monday's matchup against the Heat.

Impact While Williams is unlikely to play Monday, the doubtful designation is an encouraging sign, as it's the first time he's being listed as something other than out this season. The second-year forward will likely remain sidelined against Miami, but he could make his season debut Wednesday against the Thunder or Friday against the Pistons.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Miami visits Memphis following overtime win against Boston

Miami visits the Memphis Grizzlies following the Heat's 120-116 overtime victory against the Boston Celtics

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Morant, Grizzlies set for matchup with the Pistons

Ja Morant leads Memphis into a matchup against Detroit averaging 28.2 points per game

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ziaire Williams injury report update, Memphis Grizzlies The Memphis Grizzlies are hoping to get Ziaire Williams back in the rotation soon, according to Taylor Jenkins.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM

Doing 5-on-5 drills Coach Taylor Jenkins said Friday that Williams (knee) has recently returned to 5-on-5 drills, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Williams has yet to make his season debut due to right knee tendinitis but appears close to taking the floor. Given the severity of the injury, the team will continue to ease Williams along, but it's certainly encouraging to see him more active at practice.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Williams will not make his debut Friday against Philadelphia as he continues to deal with patellar tendinitis in his right knee.

Impact On Oct. 26, Williams was given a 4-to-6 week timeline to return, putting Friday's contest at just over five weeks in. Considering we have not received any further updates, fantasy managers shouldn't rely on a timely return from Williams.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE