Plenty has been said about his offensive explosion — and rightfully so. He has dominated. Against the Clippers, Williams totaled 28 points, eight rebounds, and six assists while shooting 11-of-16 from the floor.

Jalen Williams, the off-ball player who the Thunder gravely need these days with Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein injured, was a star.

Despite their lack of height and enormous amount of injuries, the OKC Thunder found a way to win at home against the New Orleans Pelicans.

While Holmgren was out to an All-Star-caliber start, his absence provides an opportunity for Jalen Williams to take an All-Star leap. Williams has shown flashes of stardom throughout his career, and his growth was a significant piece of Oklahoma City’s 57-win campaign last season.