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Kenrich Williams: Thunder's steady bench weapon grades out
13 Aug
Summary
- Williams played 56 games, conserving energy due to knee issues.
- He delivered quality rotation minutes despite injury absences.
- Williams agreed to a one-year deal, aiming to retire with OKC.
Kenrich Williams received a B-minus grade for his 2025-26 season with the Oklahoma City Thunder. He played in 56 regular-season games, managing knee issues that required surgery on Media Day. Despite these limitations, Williams provided crucial rotation minutes when called upon.
Williams' offensive game remained focused on his efficient outside jumper, a valuable asset alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Defensively, he proved to be a strong player, contributing to the Thunder's league-best defense. Though often outside the playoff rotation, his regular-season contributions were vital.
Moving forward, Williams has agreed to a one-year deal with the Thunder, indicating his desire to retire with the franchise. With the departure of three frontcourt players, he may see an increase in playing time. Williams is a valued locker-room presence and a developmental success story for the team.
