Ziaire Williams Injury Status Update for April 4th, 2026

Ziaire Williams of the Nets has been ruled out and will not play today. Ziaire was previously listed as Available before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 22nd game Ziaire has missed this season.
Ziaire Williams Season Averages
Ziaire's absence leaves a significant hole in the Nets rotation. Across 56 games this season, he's averaging 10.2 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game while playing 22.9 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.9 | 10.2 | 2.4 | 1.1 | 7.7 |
Nets Performance With & Without Ziaire Williams
The numbers tell a clear story about Ziaire's value to the Nets. With Ziaire in the lineup this season, the team is 13-42. Without him, they've gone 5-16. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (107.8 vs 110.7 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 13-42 | 5-16 | — |
| Off Rating | 107.8 | 110.7 | +2.9 |
| Def Rating | 117.2 | 120.3 | +3.0 |
| Net Rating | -9.4 | -9.6 | -0.2 |
| PPG | 106.2 | 105.7 | -0.5 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Ziaire Williams?
When Ziaire sits, other Nets players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Josh Minott stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Ziaire has been out this season, Josh Minott has averaged 7.0 more points per game.
PPG: +7.0
Ziaire Williams Betting Trends
For bettors, Ziaire's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Nets's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Ziaire has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Williams) Nic Claxton AST OVER: 13-6 (+7.5u, 3.3 / +101 avg. line) Michael Porter Jr. STL UNDER: 7-2 (+6.0u, 0.8 / -102 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Ziaire Williams's Game
Here's a look at the current injury report for key players around the league heading into tonight's action:
Wizards @ Nets - April 5, 2026 Washington Wizards: Alex Sarr (Out) Trae Young (Out) Anthony Davis (Out) D'Angelo Russell (Out) Brooklyn Nets: Nic Claxton (Out) Egor Demin (Out) Michael Porter Jr. (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Ziaire's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Nets.