"Williams strained his hamstring and will sit out at least two weeks and possibly longer, according to the team. His wrist rehab required a second procedure; he acknowledged the challenges he faced rediscovering his game upon return, and now he's staring at another lengthy absence. Without him, the Thunder will continue to rely on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, sturdy depth, and the continued rise of Chet Holmgren, who appears destined to be the second obvious All-Star for the Thunder."
"The Detroit Pistons stand firmly at the top of the East, stretching their lead over the Boston Celtics to 5.5 games after an exhilarating (and potential Eastern Conference finals matchup) on Monday. In the West, the LA Clippers appear to be on the rise, recently riding a six-game win streak behind a Kawhi Leonard and James Harden surge. It's a wave they're hoping to ride as the battle for the top six teams in the conference is starting to heat up."
Two weeks remain before the NBA trade deadline as the season reaches its midpoint and teams prepare for the run to April. The Detroit Pistons lead the Eastern Conference by 5.5 games over the Boston Celtics, buoyed by elite defense that preserves their place among contenders. The LA Clippers have surged in the West, riding a six-game win streak fueled by Kawhi Leonard and James Harden. Oklahoma City faces uncertainty after Jalen Williams strained his hamstring and will miss at least two weeks; Williams also underwent a second wrist procedure this season. Without Williams, the Thunder will rely on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, supporting depth, and the continued rise of Chet Holmgren.
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