The Portland Trail Blazers will be without their top paint defender, center Robert Williams III.
Williams has been ruled out due to a left ankle sprain.
INJURY UPDATE: Dalano Banton is AVAILABLE for tonight’s game @ DAL. Robert Williams III is OUT. https://t.co/nS9T0Vy6i6
— Trail Blazers PR (@TrailBlazersPR) December 24, 2024
This ankle issue is new for Williams. Considering his long list of injuries in his career, it is not surprising the Blazers are cautious with him. The center has played an average of just 11.0 minutes in his previous two appearances…