Robert Williams III stood out for the Trail Blazers despite their loss to the Rockets on Saturday. He recorded 3 blocks, leading both his team and the game in this category. In his 19 minutes on the court, he also contributed 4 points and 4 rebounds. The Trail Blazers fell short with a final score of 125-101.
What It Means
Williams’ performance against the Rockets marked a significant defensive effort, as he exceeded his block projections by three. This game adds to his season where he averages 5.2 rebounds per game and has finished in the top five at his position for assists in about 21% of games played. Despite limited playing time due to injuries, Williams maintains a high field goal percentage of 69.4%. His contributions off the bench have been crucial for Portland, even though they have struggled overall this season.
