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NBA free agency for 2026 opens at 6 PM ET with teams free to negotiate. Early headlines include LeBron James reportedly leaving the Lakers, Robert Williams III expected to re-sign with Portland, and Simone Fontecchio staying with Miami, along with other reported moves for Nurkić, Dort, Barnes, Shamet, and Bryant, plus a NBA.com live blog tracker and a feature preview of 20 players to watch.
Robert Williams III, traded to the Portland Trail Blazers as part of the Celtics' offseason moves, expressed no hard feelings on social media after Boston's sweep in the Eastern Conference finals. He shared a video of Jayson Tatum and a photo of Al Horford, showing his continued respect for his former team.
Portland Trail Blazers' center Robert Williams III will miss the rest of the 2023-24 NBA season due to a right knee injury that requires season-ending surgery. Williams initially considered a less invasive procedure but ultimately decided on surgery after consulting with medical professionals. The injury occurred during a game against the Memphis Grizzlies, and Williams has been averaging 6.8 points and 6.3 rebounds in six games this season.
Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III will undergo right knee surgery and is expected to be out for an extended period of time. Williams injured his knee in a game against the Memphis Grizzlies and further imaging was done to assess the damage. The surgery details and recovery timeline are currently being discussed by doctors and Williams' agent. Williams, known for his rim protection, was acquired by the Blazers in a trade with the Boston Celtics and had been a trade target for other teams. He previously missed the start of the 2022-2023 season due to left knee surgery and tore his left knee meniscus in March 2022.
Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla has confirmed that Robert Williams III will remain in a starting role for the Eastern Conference Finals rematch against the Miami Heat. Despite Miami's lack of size, the Celtics will stick with their double-big lineup, which has produced impressive numbers in the postseason. The Celtics have the best halfcourt offense in the playoffs and will challenge the Heat to force changes.
Robert Williams III will remain in the Boston Celtics' starting lineup for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Miami Heat. Williams' defensive versatility will be key for the Celtics, but Miami may adjust their starting lineup to counter his impact. Grant Williams could also play a significant role in the series, particularly if Boston opts for smaller, switchable lineups to protect the rim. The Celtics and Heat will need to remain open-minded and adaptable throughout the series.
The Boston Celtics will start Robert Williams III and bring Derrick White off the bench in Game 6 of their NBA playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers. This lineup change is a response to the Sixers' adjustments to stop Williams from playing his preferred style. The Celtics will play 5-out offense with Williams on the floor, rather than stationing him in the dunker spot and allowing Joel Embiid to camp out around the basket.
The Boston Celtics are expected to start center Robert Williams III in Game 6 against the Philadelphia 76ers, replacing Derrick White in a potential elimination matchup. Williams, who was the starting center during last season's NBA Finals run, will improve the Celtics' presence around the rim against Joel Embiid and James Harden.