The Portland Trail Blazers Robert Williams III once again finds himself on the injury report on the way to tonight's contest against the Miami Heat.

Robert Williams III #35 of the Portland Trail Blazers controls a rebound against Oso Ighodaro #4 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half at Footprint Center on December 15, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) Getty Images

Robert Williams III's name is in trade rumors as the Trail Blazers are looking to get assets for the former Celtics big man.

Williams III was a nice young piece that the Trail Blazers were able to get from Boston. The thought was that he could back up Ayton and be able to provide some rim-protection off the bench. More Blazers: Blockbuster Blazers Trade Proposal Sees Champion Forward Moved to Portland

Despite the injury history, Portland is drawing trade interest for their backup center. The Houston Rockets are in contact with the Trail Blazers and have had “exploratory” trade talks. Houston is openly shopping Jock Landale’s non-guaranteed multi-year contract. Parting ways with Landale would help the Rockets upgrade their frontcourt.

The Houston Rockets are just over two weeks from the trade deadline and they are mulling over options to acquire some pieces to help the puzzle feel more comple

Four Western Conference rivals are all monitoring the trade status of Portland Trail Blazers big man Robert Williams III.