MRI establishes the injury
Warriors guard Brandon Williams injured his left hamstring during the November 9 game against the Pelicans, local time. An MRI after the game showed a mild strain. According to the team’s injury information, he will miss at least a week and be re-evaluated after that interval.
In his first season with Golden State, Williams is averaging 10.4 points, 2.3 assists and 2.1 rebounds in 16.1 minutes. His contributions with the reserves have made him a regular backcourt option, and his absence reduces that rotation.
Richard’s treatment remains undecided
Will Richard is also sidelined. He was injured against Orlando on November 7 local time and has a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb. He is considering surgery or a splint, with no confirmed return date.
Golden State has won eight consecutive games after an 0–3 start. The two backcourt injuries require rotation adjustments as the team seeks to maintain that run. Williams’ one-week interval is a reassessment point, with his readiness to return dependent on the next evaluation.
