Brandon Williams Picks Up Questionable Tag For Thursday’s Game
Portland Trail Blazers point guard Brandon Williams (quad) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Thursday's contest vs. New Orleans with a right quad contusion. Williams was sidelined due to the ailment Tuesday, paving the way for Kris Dunn to hold down primary PG duties, a role he would figure to reprise if Williams cannot go again. The 22-year-old has been thrust into a significant offensive role due to the widespread injuries in the Portland backcourt, but he has parlayed that opportunity into an average of 13.6 points, 3.9 assists, and 3.2 rebounds per game. With limited roster options, fantasy managers will want to keep a close eye on the Blazers' final injury report Thursday.
Portland Trail Blazers point guard Brandon Williams (quad) has been ruled out for Tuesday night's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 22-year-old is dealing with a left quad contusion. He's been one of the team's most active and heavily-used players over the past month or so. He averaged 15.4 points and 4.1 assists per game in March while logging 30.2 minutes per contest. We could see increased usage for Keon Johnson, Kris Dunn or Ben McLemore with Williams out. Johnson is the most appealing player of this group for fantasy purposes as he averaged 19.5 points per game over his last two outings while shooting 53.3% from the field.
Brandon Williams Records Team-High 23 Points In Victory
Portland Trail Blazers point guard Brandon Williams led the way with a team-best 23 points in Monday's win over the Pistons. Williams' fantasy prospects rose earlier in the day when Damian Lillard (abdominal) was ruled out for the year, as the 22-year-old rookie continues to hold down top PG duties while Anfernee Simons (quad) remains sidelined. Williams scuffled to the tune of a 6-for-17 shooting performance, but he made up for it by knocking down all 11 of his free throws, adding six rebounds, three assists, and three steals. Who will take the offensive reins for Portland on a nightly basis has been a question mark, but Williams has averaged 17.1 points across his eight contests serving as a starter.
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