Deron Williams (hip) said he will play Friday against the Spurs, Dwain Price of the Forth Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Williams (hip) said he will play Friday against the Spurs, Dwain Price of the Forth Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Analysis:

Williams has been battling a hip contusion on his right side since Monday's game against the Hawks, which forced him to miss Wednesday's game against the Heat. It was Williams who told reporters he would be on the floor Friday during an interview at the Mavericks' practice Thursday. Should Williams be wrong, look for J.J. Barea and Raymond Felton to continue seeing extended minutes in Williams' absence.