Grant Williams' Season Review: A Mixed Bag for the Hornets

Grant Williams faced significant challenges during the 2025-26 season with the Charlotte Hornets, as he was sidelined for over half of the year due to an ACL injury. He made his comeback in January, rejoining the team's lineup at a crucial time. Upon his return, Williams provided valuable minutes off the bench, helping to bolster a frontcourt that was struggling behind Miles Bridges.

During the season, Williams participated in 36 games, where he averaged seven points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.5 blocks, and 0.5 steals in just under 20 minutes per contest. Although his shooting percentage dipped slightly to 42.6%, below his career average of 45%, he excelled from beyond the arc, hitting 38.8% of his three-point attempts. However, standing at 6'7", Williams faced challenges in a power forward role, particularly with teammates Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabate also being relatively undersized for their positions.

The need for a larger interior presence in Charlotte could serve to benefit both Williams and Bridges as they look to enhance their performance on the court. As the team prepares for the upcoming season, Williams is poised to enter the final year of his contract before hitting free agency next summer.

Overall, Williams received a solid grade of B for his contributions this season.