Boston Celtics shined in the last one Playoffs of the NBA, managing to take the Finals against Golden State Warriors up to six games. Robert Williams IIIone of the youngest players in the franchise, had a very important role in such an achievement of Ime Udoka.
The American pivot closed his fourth season in the NBA by establishing himself as one of the best interior defenders of the league, capable of changing the course of a Playoff game, with an average 10 points, 2.2 blocks and 9.6 rebounds per match in the last Regular Phase. And the only consistent problem that occurs with it is the injuries.
Injuries that do not leave Williams alone: on September 20 it was announced that he will suffer a left knee arthroscopic procedure for a cleaning. This is the same knee where Six months ago he underwent surgery for a meniscus injury.
What is known about Robert Williams III’s injury?
Arthroscopy is a procedure to better examine the inside of the knee. Williams was able to play in the playoffs despite knee surgery, but continued to feel pain and that’s why now he will go through the surgery again to be full for the 2022-2023 NBA season.
#NEBHinjuryReport Robert Williams underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure to remove loose bodies and treat swelling in his left knee. Williams is expected to return to basketball activities in 8-12 weeks.
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) September 23, 2022
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When could Robert Williams return?
According to information from the Boston Celtics, Robert Williams will be among them eight to twelve weeks offso that will miss between 16 and 30 games from the 82 matches of the Regular Phase. Also, of course, before he will not be able to be in the pre-season games nor available on campus training.
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