Williams (coach's decision) went unused off the bench Friday in the Thunder's 127-121 overtime win over the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

The Thunder welcomed Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) back from a nine-game absence Friday, and his return along with the game being tightly contested throughout left no room in the rotation for Williams. The veteran forward had previously appeared in each of Oklahoma City's previous 33 contests, averaging 7.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.0 three-pointers in 16.3 minutes. While Williams should be first in line to rejoin the rotation if Oklahoma City is down a key player at any point moving forward, his path to steady playing time will only become more blocked once the likes of Ajay Mitchell (ankle/abdomen) and Jalen Williams (hamstring) return to the mix.

Williams is not in the Thunder's starting lineup against the Nets on Friday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams started the Thunder's final game before the All-Star break against the Bucks on Feb. 12, when he played 23 minutes and finished with nine points, eight rebounds and one assist. He'll revert to the bench for Friday's contest due to the return of Isaiah Hartenstein (calf).

Williams is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Bucks, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams will re-join the starting lineup after coming off the bench in three consecutive matchups. He should be in line for an increase in opportunities Thursday with Jalen Williams (hamstring) and Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) sidelined.

Williams is not in the Thunder's starting lineup against the Rockets on Saturday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams made his first start of the season in Wednesday's 116-106 loss to the Spurs, when he finished with 25 points, nine rebounds, two assists and one steal over 35 minutes. He'll revert to a bench role Saturday due to the returns of Aaron Wiggins and Chet Holmgren.

Williams registered 25 points (9-18 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 116-106 loss to the Spurs.

EDGE Analysis

Williams made the most of his opportunity, falling one rebound short of a double-double, including a season-high 25 points. With Oklahoma City opting to rest a number of its stars, Williams was one of many players to step up. While this was certainly a strong performance, production like this shouldn't be expected moving forward.

Williams is part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Spurs, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams will make his first start of the season as the Thunder are down to just eight healthy players, including all three two-way players. Williams has scored in double figures in four of his last seven appearances after doing so just five times in his first 24 outings.

Williams amassed 18 points (8-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), eight rebounds and two assists across 28 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 122-102 win over the Bucks.

EDGE Analysis

It's the second time in 11 January games that Williams has played more than 20 minutes, and he's produced strong numbers each time -- he dropped 21 points and eight boards on the Grizzlies over 29 minutes Jan. 9. The veteran forward might see more such opportunities as the Thunder's depth continues to be tested by injuries, with Isaiah Hartenstein (calf), Jaylin Williams (back), Jalen Williams (hamstring), Aaron Wiggins (groin) and others all missing Wednesday's contest.

Williams produced 21 points (8-13 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds and two steals across 29 minutes during Friday's 117-116 win over the Grizzlies.

EDGE Analysis

Williams saw just eight minutes of action his last time out, but with Chet Holmgren (shins), Jaylin Williams (heel) and Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) unavailable, Williams was able to carve out a larger role in the rotation. He made the most of his minutes, but Williams' playing time is too inconsistent in Oklahoma City to justify a roster spot in fantasy leagues.

Williams closed Monday's 124-97 loss to the Hornets with eight points (3-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 0-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals across 17 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

The Thunder are dealing with several injuries these days, but Williams' minutes haven't really gone up much. Over his last four games, he's averaging 11.9 minutes per contest with 4.0 points, 2.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists.

Williams chipped in 11 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt), six rebounds, four steals and three assists in 25 minutes during Monday's 119-103 win over Memphis.

EDGE Analysis

After totaling just five minutes over the Thunder's last three games, Williams stepped into the rotation with Chet Holmgren (illness), Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) and several other players sidelined in the front end of a back-to-back set. Williams finished as one of six Thunder players to score in double figures, putting up a season-high nine field-goal attempts in the process. The veteran forward also chipped in four steals after logging zero in his first eight regular-season appearances.