Brandon Williams Exits Early with Leg Injury as Mavs' Injury Woes Continue
The Dallas Mavericks took another hit on the injury front Saturday night, as guard Brandon Williams exited the game against the Houston Rockets with a right lower leg contusion. Before the injury, Williams was making his presence felt-he had 13 points on 5-of-7 shooting and was giving the Rockets' defense plenty to think about.
Williams has quietly put together a solid campaign this season, carving out a key role in a Mavericks backcourt that’s been anything but stable. Coming into Saturday night, he was averaging 12.6 points, 3.7 assists, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game, while shooting an efficient 45.8% from the field. He’s been one of the few steady contributors in a season that’s been defined by injuries and inconsistency.
And that’s really the story for Dallas right now-injuries, and too many of them. With stars like Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving already sidelined, the loss of Williams, even temporarily, is another gut punch for a team that’s been trying to stay afloat in a crowded Western Conference. Rookie sensation Cooper Flagg has done an admirable job keeping the Mavericks competitive in recent weeks, but there’s only so much a first-year player can carry on his shoulders.
The Mavericks entered the night with a 19-29 record, sitting in 11th place in the West. That’s not where they expected to be, and certainly not where they hoped to be at this point in the season.
Meanwhile, the Rockets-healthy, deep, and riding strong performances across the board-came into the matchup firmly in fourth place at 29-17. The contrast in health and momentum between the two teams was already stark, and Williams’ early exit only widened that gap.
For Dallas, the hope now is that Williams' injury isn’t serious. With the postseason slipping further out of reach, the Mavericks can’t afford to lose another key contributor.
Every game matters, and every healthy body counts. Williams has been one of the few bright spots, and his continued presence on the floor could be crucial if Dallas hopes to make any kind of late-season push.
We’ll keep an eye on his status and update as more information becomes available. But for now, the Mavericks are left holding their breath-again.