Ziaire Williams

Williams has returned to 5-on-5 basketball in practice but isn't game ready yet. Keon Johnson should continue to enjoy getting some extended run while Williams is out of commission.

Simmons won't play in the second half of a back-to-back after flirting with a double-double in a win against the Bucks on Thursday. Williams will miss his 10th consecutive game. Shake Milton will likely get a chance to handle more on-ball duties with Simmons out of the picture.

Nets team doctors will need to see how Thomas and Williams' bodies respond to the 5-on-5 session, but both are trending in the right direction. Thomas' status is of far greater consequence to fantasy managers, especially after the Dennis Schroder trade. However, Williams will be worth a look in deep leagues once he's cleared to play.

The latest injury news and possible return dates for Brooklyn Nets players.

Williams has missed the team's last five games, but he's inching closer to a return. He will miss Thursday's game in Toronto and should be out against the Jazz on Saturday and likely against the Heat on Monday. Keon Johnson has been starting in his place and will likely be pushed to the bench when Williams returns.