SHAMS: Robert Williams has torn meniscus in left knee (out 4-6 weeks)

Post #41 » by **bisme37** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:22 pm

I was just starting to dream big for the Celts and this is a massive glass of cold water to the face.

Rob is absolutely key to what we do. He covers ground like no other and the C's actually don't technically play him at center, they start him on a wing who's not a huge scoring threat and then let him roam and destroy pick and rolls and block shots from the weak side. There's been a lot of great videos showing the creativity and effectiveness of Udoka's schemes and it was a huge part of how we've been whooping so much butt.

Then on offense he's the ultimate lob threat and an incredible outlet for any ball handler who gets into trouble. They just throw it up where only Rob can get it. So there goes 10-15 points per game on like 80% shooting. And it hurts the offensive rebounding as well.

No one can replicate Rob but I suppose Theis will now fall into the role. If he can perform it to say 75% the effectiveness of Rob that's huge. But still not Rob.

Anyway... womp womp. He's a freak so I'm not concerned about any loss of athleticism long term but for this season it's just terrible news. Get well quick to the big homie.

Ayt · Post #42 » by **Ayt** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:24 pm

Godaddycurse wrote:That extension before the season started is really good for him now. Kudos to his agent.

This isn't a career altering injury. He would have gotten more, though you can't blame him for taking the deal at the time.

UcanUwill · Post #43 » by **UcanUwill** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:25 pm

BigDan245 wrote:He'll probably be back by Round 2...Most guys will come back earlier than they should for the playoffs...By Round 2 it should be about a month or so.

Its torn meniscus, hes not returning.

celticfan42487 · Post #44 » by **celticfan42487** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:25 pm

Slax wrote:
Godaddycurse wrote:That extension before the season started is really good for him now. Kudos to his agent.

Meniscus tear is generally a full recovery. It's terrible luck it happened right before the playoffs, but he still would have received a bigger contract this offseason than he got from his extension.

Yeah he's on 13.5 mil a year which I'd say is moderate starting player average salary?

I'm sure someone would throw about 15 a year salary on him if he was a free agent after this injury. Even with the injury concerns the risk is worth it.

Might be worth it for the Celtics to consider long term if they want to stop having him play back to backs too. Just to lower the wear and tear.

turnaroundJ · Post #45 » by **turnaroundJ** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:25 pm

NirvanaFC wrote:This is like Murray's injury last year in terms of derailing a title contender right before the playoffs, **** injuries man

Same thoughts. I really wanted to see how they’d do in the playoffs. Hate it when teams with potential to go far can’t because of injuries. As a basketball fan, this sucks ass.

Larry_Russell · Post #46 » by **Larry_Russell** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:34 pm

Smart/Pritchard
Brown/White
Tatum
Grant
Horford/Theis

That the 8 man rotation now. More minutes for GrantW and Theis. GrantW is fine for picking up the minutes, Theis, who knows, maybe.

Just get better Rob and be here 100% for next season.

matt6715 · Post #47 » by **matt6715** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:38 pm

Good thing they grabbed Theis at the deadline. Tough blow for the Celtics

jpengland · Post #48 » by **jpengland** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:41 pm

gottamakeit wrote:
jpengland wrote:[tweet][/tweet]
Ill News wrote:Yep, the basketball gods probably saw that the Celtics and their fans were having too good a time and thought they'd better kick us in the nuts again. As usual.

This absolutely sucks. Rob roaming as a free safety unlocked our defense, and he's also a devastating lob threat. That's all gone now, and that lowers the Celtics' ceiling.

I hope the Time Lord recovers quickly and completely.

By 'Basketball Gods' I assume you mean the Celtics FO relying on a guy who regularly misses games?

Dude, not now. go back to Mavs forum

I'm all good thanks.

Just don't think you can blame the 'gods' or luck when you have a player with a track record of missing games.

Joshyjess · Post #49 » by **Joshyjess** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:42 pm

Celtics new motto - WIN IT FOR WILLIAMS!!!!!

BrianFitz · Post #50 » by **BrianFitz** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:43 pm

jpengland wrote:[tweet][/tweet]
Ill News wrote:Yep, the basketball gods probably saw that the Celtics and their fans were having too good a time and thought they'd better kick us in the nuts again. As usual.

This absolutely sucks. Rob roaming as a free safety unlocked our defense, and he's also a devastating lob threat. That's all gone now, and that lowers the Celtics' ceiling.

I hope the Time Lord recovers quickly and completely.

By 'Basketball Gods' I assume you mean the Celtics FO relying on a guy who regularly misses games?

DATE DESCRIPTION
02/15/2022 Calf
01/19/2022 Personal
01/17/2022 Personal
01/01/2022 Toe
12/20/2021 Personal
11/24/2021 Illness
11/15/2021 Knee
10/30/2021 Illness
05/28/2021 Ankle
05/18/2021 Toe
05/09/2021 Foot
05/06/2021 Foot
04/27/2021 Knee
04/15/2021 Knee
03/31/2021 Illness
02/11/2021 Left Hip
01/07/2021 Health And Safety Protocols
12/25/2020 Illness
03/09/2020 Back
12/08/2019 Hip
11/16/2019 Right Ankle Soreness
11/13/2019 Ankle
11/01/2019 Left Hip
03/23/2019 Lower Back Contusion
03/17/2019 Illness
02/13/2019 Illness
02/12/2019 Back
02/03/2019 Lower Back Soreness
12/27/2018 Groin

Fantastic take. Your mother must be proud of what she raised.

Vampirate · Post #51 » by **Vampirate** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:44 pm

Honestly, if he's this injury prone and integral to their team, the Celtics might want to consider giving him the Kawhi treatment until the playoffs.

Hoop Heavy · Post #52 » by **Hoop Heavy** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:45 pm

THAT SUCKS!

They were peaking at just the right time. I thought they might have an epic aggressive, chippy, defensive battle with the Raps this year.

Post #53 » by **Clav** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:47 pm

This is a major component of BOS's solid play. I think he's flown a little under the radar but his positive impact on the court has been real huge for the working cogs of the C's offense (Setting screens, PnR, and a more versatile offensive game this year).

Theis and Horford have to play a lot more. Grant Williams, too, has looked okay but he can only do so much as a 4/5.

PistolPeteJR · Post #54 » by **PistolPeteJR** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:47 pm

Really bothered me to hear about this, sorry Celtics fans...

Eagle4 · Post #55 » by **Eagle4** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:52 pm

Slax wrote:
Eagle4 wrote:Ouch, Celtics potential instantly dropped from finals contender to first round exit (although there was always that potential due to how proficient and talented Kd/Kyrie are alone). However, dude anchored the Celtics stifling defense but now they'll have to rely on Theis who I remember got torched by Bam couple years back. Durant/Kyrie gonna have a field day in the paint. Not even to talk about Giannis (if they find a way to advance).

While this was obviously a huge loss, if you think the Celtics don't even have the potential to get out of the first round without Rob, you are dramatically underrating the players around him who are still healthy.

It's not that I have little confidence in Boston, it's just that I have far MORE of it in BKN. People may not like them but Kd/Kyrie are just two certified killers that can easily go for 40 a piece. Thus, every defensive resistance is needed and Boston lost a lot of it.

itrsteve · Post #56 » by **itrsteve** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:54 pm

bisme37 wrote:I was just starting to dream big for the Celts and this is a massive glass of cold water to the face.
I'm not concerned about any loss of athleticism long term but for this season it's just terrible news. Get well quick to the big homie.

This about sums it up.

I don't want to say we're screwed without him, but he was such an integral part of our success during this run that it's tough to see how the job gets done without him.

gottamakeit · Post #57 » by **gottamakeit** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:55 pm

My heart sunk reading the news. I'm not a Celtics fan, but I know his importance to his squad, plus it's happening to a young player who's just broken out into his starting role. It's unfair, sorry Celtics fans

Joshyjess · Post #58 » by **Joshyjess** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:56 pm

gottamakeit wrote:My heart sunk reading the news. I'm not a Celtics fan, but I know his importance to his squad, plus it's happening to a young player who's just broken out into his starting role. It's unfair, sorry Celtics fans

Unfotunately injuries are a real part of the game. It just really sucks when it happens to an extremely likeable guy who was just coming into his own.

ItsMyPotPie · Post #59 » by **ItsMyPotPie** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 4:58 pm

Well.......****

Statlanta · Post #60 » by **Statlanta** » Mon Mar 28, 2022 5:00 pm

I thought the whole reason nobody talks about this guy is that he’s always injured, now he’s a key cog?