Memphis Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams out for remainder of Game 5 with knee soreness

Memphis Grizzlies rookie Ziaire Williams will miss the rest of Game 5 due to knee soreness, the team announced in the third quarter

Williams only played four minutes in the first half at FedExForumand took two shots, both misses. His status for Game 6 on Friday is unknown.

The Grizzlies have stuck to their usual 10-man rotation most of the series. but with Williams hurt, either they'll shorten it up or turn to De'Anthony Melton, who has struggled all series.

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The Grizzlies are tied at 2-2 with the Minnesota Timberwolves in their first-round playoff series.

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