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Thunder to Re-Evaluate Jalen Williams After All-Star Break Following Hamstring Strain

His status remains unclear after he left a near-perfect 28-point outing against Phoenix with a recurrence of his right hamstring strain.

Thunder guard Jalen Williams (8) reacts against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center
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Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (8) gestures after scoring against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Overview

  • A team spokesperson told ESPN he strained his right hamstring for the second time in under four weeks and will be re-evaluated after the All-Star break.
  • Oklahoma City ruled him out for Thursday's game against the Bucks following his third-quarter exit versus the Suns.
  • Before leaving, Williams scored 28 points in 20 minutes on 11-for-12 shooting, grabbing his right hamstring after a missed layup and not returning.
  • Earlier this season he missed 19 games after right wrist surgery and 10 games with the same hamstring issue.
  • With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Ajay Mitchell sidelined, the Thunder are leaning on depth pieces such as Isaiah Joe, Jared McCain, Isaiah Hartenstein and Jaylin Williams while awaiting clarity post-break.