Deron Williams is now considered doubtful to return to Wednesday's game due to the bruised left knee he suffered in the third quarter, Dwain Price of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Williams is now considered doubtful to return to Wednesday's game due to the bruised left knee he suffered in the third quarter, Dwain Price of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Analysis:

Williams briefly returned to Wednesday's game after suffering the setback, so it seems more likely he will be held out due to the score of the game than the injury. The Mavericks play again Thursday, and it remains to be seen both if Williams will play, and how much if he does. He is facing a minutes restriction after not making his preseason debut until last week.