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Report: Celtics Fear Robert Williams Suffered Torn Meniscus in Left Knee

Celtics center Robert Williams has suffered a torn meniscus in his left knee, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski

Williams reportedly underwent surgery on Wednesday morning and is expected to return within four-to-six weeks, per Wojnarowski. Despite just recently suffering the tear on Sunday night, the extent of the injury allowed for a procedure that won’t require him to miss additional time. It’s possible he could return to the lineup as soon as the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs, per Wojnarowski.

Williams, 24, is in his fourth season after being selected in the first round of the 2018 NBA draft. He is averaging a career-high 10 points and 9.6 rebounds per game this season, shooting 73.6% from the field. Williams has served as Boston’s defensive anchor for much of the season as the Celtics lead the league in defensive rating. 

The Celtics enter Monday tied with the Heat for the top spot in the Eastern Conference with a 47–28 record. 

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