Robert Williams Injury: Goes to Locker Room Tuesday

What Happened During the Game

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III left Tuesday’s game against the Indiana Pacers with a knee injury. Williams went down with 9:52 remaining in the third quarter after attempting to contest a shot by Pacers center Myles Turner. He immediately grabbed his left knee and was helped to the locker room. The Celtics announced that Williams would not return to the game.

There is no official word yet on the severity of Williams’ injury, but the Celtics are expected to provide an update on his condition on Wednesday.

What This Means for the Celtics

If Williams is forced to miss any significant time, it would be a major blow to the Celtics. Williams has been one of the team’s most consistent players this season, averaging 10.8 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game. He is also one of the team’s best defenders, and his absence would be felt on both ends of the court.

The Celtics are already without starting point guard Marcus Smart, who is recovering from a sprained ankle. If Williams is also out for an extended period of time, the Celtics will be short-handed in the frontcourt. Daniel Theis would likely start in place of Williams, but he is not as good of a defender or rebounder.

What’s Next

The Celtics will play the Pacers again on Thursday in Indiana. It is unclear if Williams will be available for that game. The Celtics will then have a three-game road trip next week, starting with a game against the Golden State Warriors on Monday.