Jalen Williams grades reflect tough injury-plagued 2025-26 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Jalen Williams received a critical evaluation following the 2025-26 Oklahoma City Thunder season. The Thunder, with a 64-18 regular-season record, advanced to the Western Conference Finals but missed a second NBA championship. Williams struggled with injuries, playing only 33 regular-season games and two playoff games, leading to significant drops in his performance statistics. Despite his setbacks, he maintained an efficient scoring average of 17.1 points per game. The Thunder are hopeful that Williams can return to form next season after a challenging year.
- •Williams played just 33 regular-season games due to multiple injuries.
- •He averaged 17.1 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 5.5 assists.
- •The Thunder reached the Western Conference Finals but fell short of winning the championship.
- •Williams had wrist surgeries and hamstring strains that hindered his performance.
- •The Thunder's 2025-26 season concluded with hope for Williams' recovery.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — 2025-26 Thunder player grades: Jalen Williams
"2025-26 Oklahoma City Thunder player grades: Jalen Williams.
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