Deron Williams (ribs) is without a return timetable, the New York Post reports. "I'm still pretty sore. I don't have a timetable, just taking it one day at a time," Williams said. "There's nothing you can do, really. They're doing some laser and heating i

Williams (ribs) is without a return timetable, the New York Post reports. "I'm still pretty sore. I don't have a timetable, just taking it one day at a time," Williams said. "There's nothing you can do, really. They're doing some laser and heating it up; just rest. Other than that, there's nothing really you can do."

Analysis:

Williams has missed the team's last three games with fractured rib cartilage, and he said the Nets' medical staff has refused to give him a timetable. It's difficult to estimate when he may return, but given the fact that he's still experiencing soreness, he'll likely miss at least another handful of games. The Nets play Wednesday, Friday and Saturday but are then off until the following Wednesday, so perhaps Williams could be brought back following the three-day break.