MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – The Memphis Grizzlies will be without wing player Vince Williams Jr. for at least the next four weeks due to an ankle injury.
Williams sustained the injury during the Grizzlies’ game against the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday, when he sprained his right ankle. After undergoing evaluation, it was determined that Williams had suffered a grade 3 sprain, which is a more severe type of ankle injury. The team announced that he will be re-evaluated after about four weeks to assess his recovery.
This injury marks a setback for Williams, who has already faced challenges this season. He has played in only three games so far, as he had been recovering from a tibia injury that had kept him out at the start of the season. Williams showed promise last year, averaging 10 points per game during his sophomore season with the Grizzlies in 2023-24. He started in 33 games, playing a significant role for the team, especially as they struggled with injuries to key players.
His absence will be felt by the Grizzlies as they now face the challenge of moving forward without him for several weeks. Williams’ potential and contributions were important to the team’s depth, and this latest injury adds to the Grizzlies’ injury woes. As Williams works on recovering from the ankle injury, the Grizzlies will need to adjust their roster and look for other players to step up in his absence. The team will keep monitoring his progress, hoping for a smooth recovery and his eventual return to the court.