Jalen Williams Injury Status Update for April 25th, 2026
Jalen Williams of the Thunder has been ruled out and will not play today. Jalen was previously listed as Available before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 50th game Jalen has missed this season.
Jalen Williams Season Averages
Jalen's absence leaves a significant hole in the Thunder rotation. Across 34 games this season, he's averaging 17.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game while playing 28.1 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28.1 | 17.3 | 4.5 | 5.5 | 13.4 |
Thunder Performance With & Without Jalen Williams
The numbers tell a clear story about Jalen's value to the Thunder. With Jalen in the lineup this season, the team is 25-8. Without him, they've gone 39-10. The Thunder's net rating is 2.1 points worse per 100 possessions when Jalen plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (116.0 vs 120.0), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 25-8 | 39-10 | — |
| Off Rating | 120.0 | 116.0 | -4.0 |
| Def Rating | 107.8 | 105.8 | -1.9 |
| Net Rating | 12.2 | 10.2 | -2.1 |
| PPG | 122.1 | 117.0 | -5.1 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Jalen Williams?
When Jalen sits, other Thunder players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Jalen has been out this season, Aaron Wiggins has averaged 3.0 additional field goal attempts and 5.5 extra minutes.
FGA: +3.0 | MPG: +5.5
Jalen Williams Betting Trends
For bettors, Jalen's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Thunder's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Jalen has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Williams) Chet Holmgren 3PM UNDER: 28-11 (+12.1u, 1.5 / -141 avg. line) Luguentz Dort PTS UNDER: 25-13 (+10.1u, 9.1 / -112 avg. line)
We'll continue to monitor Jalen's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Thunder.