OKC Thunder’s Jalen Williams Included in ‘Best Non-Max’ Players List

Oklahoma City’s rising star is certainly outplaying his rookie contract.

Oklahoma City’s success this season has certainly been a team effort. With Chet Holmgren out, Isaiah Hartenstein still gearing up to return, and multiple injuries popping up here and there, the rest of the team has had to pick up the slack in a big way.

“The Thunder have the best record in the Western Conference, and Williams is one of the team's best players,” Eric Pincus wrote. “The No. 12 pick in 2022 would fare well in a re-draft, playing like a top-three player in his class. Teammate Chet Holmgren might have given Williams competition for this list, but unfortunately, he is sidelined for at least a few months with a hip injury.

As Pincus said, Williams is likely trending towards a maximum extension. He could be nearing his first All-Star appearance and has taken a serious two-way leap defensively.

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