Williams is expected to start Tuesday's preseason opener against Washington, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Chris Bosh's (blood clots) status in serious doubt heading into the season, Williams has emerged as the favorite to take over as the starting power forward alongside Hassan Whiteside in the frontcourt. Williams is listed as the starter for Tuesday's matchup, though there's still a chance that coach Erik Spoelstra could opt to try Josh McRoberts (foot), who won't play Tuesday, in the starting lineup at some point later in the preseason.