Ziaire Williams speaks on role with Lakers alongside Doncic and Reaves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 5:37 AM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
Ziaire Williams returns from injury to contribute to the Los Angeles Lakers' 138-117 win over the Miami Heat on November 3. Williams, who had missed three games due to a foot injury, scored nine points off the bench. He noted the easier scoring opportunities created by teammates Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, discussing how double-teams allow for open shots. Through five games this season, Williams is averaging a career-high 10.8 points and shooting 55.9 percent from the field. The Lakers have found improvements in responding to defensive strategies against Doncic, with Williams emphasizing their adaptable play style.
- •Lakers extend win streak to two games
- •Williams scored nine points against the Heat
- •Sidelined for three games prior to return
- •Averages 10.8 points, shooting 55.9 percent this season
- •Lakers adapt better to defensive strategies against Doncic
- 5:37 AMYahoo Sports — Ziaire Williams gets candid on ‘easy’ role alongside Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
"LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers’ current win streak hit two games following their 138-117 thrashing of the Miami Heat on Monday, and the team welcomed the return of forward Ziaire Williams. The six-year veteran had been sidelined for three games due to a foot injury , but he was cleared to go, picking up right where he left off prior to […] The post Ziaire Williams gets candid on ‘easy’ role alongside Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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