As the Portland Trail Blazers continue their rebuild and develop young talent like Scoot Henderson and Shaden Sharpe, the upcoming trade deadline presents an opportunity to reshape the roster for the future. One player who could be moved for the right price is Robert Williams III, the 27-year-old center who has shown tremendous promise as a game-changing defender.
Williams could be an intriguing trade target for teams like the Sacramento Kings, who are looking to bolster their frontcourt depth as they make a push for the playoffs. While Portland may not be actively looking to contend this season, trading Williams for future assets would align with the Blazers’ long-term vision, allowing them to further invest in their young core while giving Williams a chance to play for a playoff contender.
Mock Trade Kings get Robert Williams Trailblazers get Kevin Heurter Colby Jones 2026 SRP 2029 SRP (📸 @jerseyxswap ) pic.twitter.com/IuuV7UiTmP
— Robert Williams Muse (@RobWillMuse35_) January 16, 2025
Williams’ elite rim protection and rebounding make him a valuable asset for any team, but for Portland, moving him would open up opportunities for younger players and potentially secure draft picks that help with the rebuilding process. This season, he’s posting impressive per-36-minute averages of 6.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 1.4 blocks…