Overview
- Called up on short notice, Williams logged 15 high-leverage minutes in Boston’s 117–114 win, blocking two Cade Cunningham attempts and grabbing three rebounds, including the final board.
- Jaylen Brown lauded the rookie’s impact under pressure, highlighting his physicality, feel for the game, and ability to help immediately despite limited time with the NBA group.
- Coach Joe Mazzulla said starting center Neemias Queta is day-to-day with a sprained ankle, the opening that cleared a path for Williams’ cameo and possible near-term minutes.
- Williams has been a G League standout for Maine, averaging 12.7 points, 10.7 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.9 blocks, benefiting from the shared schemes that ease transitions to Boston.
- Derrick White added 27 points with strong all-around play in the victory, as Boston snapped Detroit’s league-best winning streak.