Ziaire Williams

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 25: Ziaire Williams #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game against the Utah Jazz on October 25, 2026 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Alex Goodlett/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images M...

Going into the season, arguably the biggest question mark surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers was their perimeter defense and who would guard the point of attack. But so far, Ziaire Williams has been up to the challenge. Williams signed a minimum contract with the Lakers, but the 25-year-old former lottery pick still has a lot […]

Draymond Green witnessed how Luka Doncic led the Los Angeles Lakers in dismantling the Golden State Warriors, 127-105, in their season opener on Wednesday at Crypto.com Arena. Doncic tallied all-around numbers of 28 points, eight rebounds, seven assists, and three steals in 30 minutes. It was an early statement from the six-time All-Star, who could […] The post Draymond Green claims Luka Doncic is a victim of ‘greatness fatigue’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Last season, Williams and Dončić got into a brief spat when the Nets and Lakers squared off

Opening night marked the debut for a number of new Los Angeles Lakers players, but perhaps none have anticipated this moment longer than Ziaire Williams. The forward was born in Lancaster and grew up a Lakers fan while also attending Sierra Canyon High School. Williams had a solid debut for his hometown team, finishing with […]

The veteran forwards are defensive specialists who join Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler against Golden State in season opener.

Ziaire Williams has left preseason as a prime candidate to start on Opening Night for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Golden State Warriors. Despite playing only two games, he showed youthful energy and played well as a slasher alongside Luka Doncic. Head coach JJ Redick took notice of Williams’ strong play, as he provided […]

From Mamu and Ziaire Williams to Jarred Vanderbilt and Dalton Knecht, here are the winners and losers of the preseason.

Lakers Ziaire Williams joined the Lakers on a minimum contract. He could begin the season in their starting lineup. Williams helped his case with a strong preseason, making all five of his three-point attempts and providing the defense that drew coach JJ Redick’s interest in the first place, writes Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Ziaire Williams, Warriors, Draymond Green, Magic appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Los Angeles Lakers closed out the preseason on Friday night with a 121-106 loss to the Denver Nuggets.

Los Angeles Lakers star Ziaire Williams has shared his view on new teammate Walker Kessler. There is a host of new faces on the LA...

One area that the Los Angeles Lakers hope to be significantly improved in this season compared to last is their rebounding. Last season’s roster ranked 27th in rebounds per game — 29th in offensive rebounds and 22nd in defensive — and dead last in box outs per game. Advanced metrics gave L.A. a more favorable […]

Ziaire Williams missed the Los Angeles Lakers’ past three preseason games due to a left foot injury, putting a bit of a damper to his hopes of fighting for a starting spot heading into the 2026-27 regular season. Williams impressed in his first preseason contest, putting up 13 points on 4-6 shooting from the field, […] The post Ziaire Williams addresses injury concerns ahead of Lakers’ preseason finale vs. Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Los Angeles Lakers have had some guys in and out of the lineup this preseason, although head coach JJ Redick has maintained that none of the injuries are serious or concerning. After practice on Thursday, Redick gave updates on Collin Sexton, Ziaire Williams, Adou Thiero and Cameron Carr “Ziaire [Williams] was a full participant […]

The sixth-year forward who starred at Sierra Canyon High has made an impact on defense and hopes to return from a foot injury for preseason finale on Friday.

Matisse Thybulle, Ziaire Williams, Jake LaRavia and Sandro Mamukelashvili have cases to crack the starting lineup.

Jake LaRavia struggled mightily to end the 2025-26 season. The Los Angeles Lakers’ two-way wing had a strong start to his first campaign in L.A., but saw his shooting numbers crater. He shot 35.3% from beyond the arc on 3.6 attempts per game in the first 39 games, then shot 27.9% on 2.4 attempts per […]

Luka is quite happy with two of the Lakers’ pickups in free agency thus far

SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 5: Ziaire Williams #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers plays defense during the game against the Sacramento Kings during a 2026 NBA Preseason game on October 5, 2026 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE ...

Lakers superstar guard among key players sidelined for preseason game against Warriors.