Williams has taken a step back this season, which is concerning for somebody who was already regarded as a lottery talent in 2017. His defensive prowess and rim-running ability should keep him on the right side of 20, though.
At 6-foot-10 with a 7-foot-4 wingspan, Williams is an impressive athlete. He moves well out to the perimeter and protects the rim at an elite level for A&M, averaging 2.4 blocks per game. It’s his lack of offensive progress that will leave some scouts worried.
Williams showed signs of a jumper last season, but hasn’t really used it this year. There’s no evidence that he’s extending his range, while he’s only averaging 9.6 points per game — a slight decrease compared to last season. The Blazers can take the gamble and add some more frontcourt depth.