Williams is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against Detroit due to illness.

EDGE Analysis

Williams is expected to take the court Wednesday despite dealing with some sort of illness. He's been banged up this preseason, as he took an elbow to the head during a practice earlier in the month but managed to avoid a concussion.

Williams took an elbow to the head during Friday's practice and underwent treatment, Rod Boone of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The seriousness of the injury is unclear, but Williams may have to enter concussion protocol. He should be considered questionable for Sunday's preseason game against the Celtics until more information arrives.

Williams will exercise his $15 million player option to remain in Charlotte for the 2019-20 season, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams is one of several Hornets players with an unsightly cap figure, and the decision to opt into the $15 million was somewhat of a no-brainer for the soon-to-be-33-year-old. The former No. 2 overall pick appeared in 75 games last season, averaging 10.1 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists while shooting 36.6 percent from three on a career-best 5.1 attempts per game.

Williams said Thursday that he does not plan to opt out of his contract for the 2019-20 season, Rick Bonnell of the Charlotte Observer reports.

EDGE Analysis

While Williams could always change his mind, the decision to pick up his $15 million player option makes sense, as he's likely to have trouble securing another longer-term deal on the open market. The veteran remains a decent source of scoring, threes and rebounding, but he'll turn 33 in June and is clearly on the downswing of his career.

Williams (foot) is out for the Hornets' final game of the regular season against the Magic.

EDGE Analysis

Wednesday will mark five straight absences for the veteran, who is dealing with a strained right foot. He remains day-to-day, however, which is a good sign for the Hornets if they manage to make the playoffs.

Williams (foot) will be active for Tuesday's game against the Pistons, but he's unlikely to play, Rick Bonnell of the Charlotte Observer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Essentially, the Hornets will have Williams as an option in an emergency situation, but the expectation is that the veteran will not see the floor as he continues to nurse a right foot injury. Williams will likely remain out for Wednesday's regular season finale, as well, but the Hornets will revisit his status at shootaround in the morning.

Williams (foot) is in danger of missing the Hornets' final two games of the regular season, Rick Bonnell of the Charlotte Observer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams has already missed the last three contests, and he implied after Sunday's game against Detroit that he expects to remain out for at least Tuesday's game in Cleveland, and likely the season finale Wednesday against Orlando, as well. In his absence, the Hornets have turned to Frank Kaminsky and Miles Bridges for increased minutes up front.

Williams (foot) is listed as out for Sunday's game against Detroit.

EDGE Analysis

Williams is set to miss a third-straight game due to a right foot strain. Michael Kidd-Gilchrist should continue to start in place of Williams, while Frank Kaminsky will likely continue to see an expanded role off the bench.

Williams (foot) is out Friday against the Raptors.

EDGE Analysis

A strained right foot will keep the veteran on the shelf for a second straight contest. Michael Kidd-Gilchrist is a strong candidate to draw another start.

Williams (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.

EDGE Analysis

Williams will miss his first game after straining a muscle in his foot during Monday's loss to the Jazz. Michael Kidd-Gilchrist is the likely candidate to inherit the starting position with Williams out, although it hasn't yet been specified who will take over. The severity of Williams' injury is unclear, but given the Hornets playoff position, they'll hope he can return for Friday's game against Toronto.