Williams generated 13 points (5-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt), four rebounds, four steals, two assists and one block in 25 minutes during Wednesday's 117-114 loss to the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Williams hit double figures in the scoring column for the third time in four games, but his big production in the steals category was the primary takeaway from his line for fantasy purposes. The third-year player is averaging 0.9 steals and 0.8 blocks per game on the season, but attempting to stream him for defensive statistics has been a hit-or-miss endeavor. Prior to Wednesday, Williams recorded only one steal over his last five games, and while he delivered five blocks in that same stretch, they all came within two games.

Williams amassed 18 points (8-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and one steal in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 117-96 victory over Denver.

EDGE Analysis

Williams has moved to a bench role since the Bulls signed Patrick Beverley in the buyout market. The move has reduced his upside, but he's shot efficiently (63.3 percent from the field) since the All-Star break, and the 18-point effort Wednesday was his first time reaching that mark since Jan. 23. Over the past seven games (one start), the forward has averaged 11.7 points and 3.0 rebounds in 25.6 minutes.

Williams will come off the bench for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Billy Donovan will be going small against Indiana, rolling out a starting five featuring Patrick Beverley, Alex Caruso, Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan and Nikola Vucevic, so Williams will shift to the second unit. Williams has come off the bench only five times this season, averaging 9.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.6 steals-plus-blocks in 23.6 minutes during those contests.

Williams supplied nine points (4-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and three rebounds in 29 minutes during Friday's 125-104 loss to the Suns.

EDGE Analysis

Williams moved back into the starting lineup, although you wouldn't know it by looking at the boxscore. Despite having a consistent role for the majority of the season, Williams has been unable to elevate his production. He is barely inside the top 140 for the season, putting him well outside the realms of being a must-roster player. His lack of upside in any one category also makes it difficult to stream him, leaving him as just a deep-league commodity, at best.

Williams will start against the Suns on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

The Bulls are moving Alex Caruso to the bench Friday, as they likely want Williams to slow Kevin Durant down as much as possible. Williams' scoring output has been trending down recently, but he's been a solid contributor in the defensive categories.

Williams (ankle) will play in Wednesday's game versus the Pistons.

EDGE Analysis

Williams was initially termed probable for the contest and will indeed suit up despite the initial injury label. After a long stretch as a starter, Williams has shifted to the bench over the last three games. Since the move, he's averaging 10.0 points 3.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.3 steals over 23.7 minutes per game.

Williams is probable for Wednesday's game against the Pistons due to a right ankle sprain.

EDGE Analysis

With Patrick Beverley in the mix, Williams has come off the bench in three straight games and is averaging 10.0 points and 3.7 rebounds in 23.7 minutes per game during that stretch. Although he's dealing with an ankle issue ahead of Wednesday's matchup, he'll likely be able to suit up and should garner a similar reserve role versus Detroit.

Williams finished Friday's 131-87 win over the Nets with 17 points (5-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 5-8 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two steals across 28 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Despite his demotion to the bench, Williams was heavily involved Friday and had an expanded offensive role with the second unit. His offense is trending up with double digit points in four of his last five games, and his defensive activity has been great too with a total of 10 steals in that same stretch.

Williams will come off the bench Friday against the Nets.

EDGE Analysis

Williams had started 58 of 59 games prior to this news, but Alex Caruso will join Patrick Beverley, Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan and Nikola Vucevic in the starting lineup Friday. While this will negatively impact Williams' minutes, it's possible he sees a bit more usage with the second unit.

Williams contributed 16 points (6-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two steals across 30 minutes during Thursday's 112-100 loss to the Bucks.

EDGE Analysis

Williams wasn't terrible in the loss, something that should be viewed as a positive given his recent production, or lack thereof. Despite having a consistent role, Williams continues to offer bucket loads of mediocrity, keeping him on the outside looking in when it comes to standard fantasy leagues. Despite a few flashes throughout the season, he should be viewed as a situational stream candidate on most nights. However, the Bulls are certainly not looking like a team bound for the playoffs, meaning Williams could move up the offensive pecking order should the team decide to lean more on its youth down the stretch.