The Oklahoma City Thunder welcomed Jalen Williams back to the lineup Monday, and the second-year wing responded with 18 points and six assists after missing time with a hamstring issue.
Williams told reporters he now feels healthy both in his leg and in the wrist he had surgically repaired last season. “I’ve had the time to actually sit down and work on it—now I’m in a really good spot,” he said, according to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps. The 22-year-old added that his absence created minutes for reserves such as Ajay Mitchell, Jaylin Williams and Cason Wallace, experience he believes will benefit the club down the stretch.
Embiid Listed as Questionable
The Philadelphia 76ers have Joel Embiid (oblique strain) listed as questionable for Wednesday’s home game against the Chicago Bulls, Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports reported. The center has been out since Feb. 26 but recorded 26 points, 11 rebounds and four assists in his most recent appearance. Philadelphia is 21-12 when he plays; he is averaging 26.6 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.9 assists this season.
Separately, Paul George has finished serving a 25-game suspension and is eligible to return, while The Athletic’s Tony Jones noted Embiid is expected to play barring a late setback.
Dosunmu Added to Timberwolves Injury Report
The Minnesota Timberwolves listed guard Ayo Dosunmu as questionable for Wednesday’s matchup with the Houston Rockets because of right calf soreness. Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic characterized the injury as worrisome due to the potential link between calf problems and Achilles issues. Across the league, teams have handled similar cases conservatively this season.
All three teams will update statuses closer to tip-off as they navigate health concerns during the final stretch of the regular season.
Source: Hoops Wire
