Jalen Williams' rookie season rough patches gave way to All-NBA-level defense and a championship-ready arc for Oklahoma City. He recalls Kawhi Leonard lighting up his first NBA moment and Kevin Durant's fiery return game against OKC, memories that sharpened his two-way approach and leadership.

Three years later Williams anchors OKC's ceiling, translating those early trials into a versatile game and steady fantasy potential. Durant's era-defining nights and the Nets-to-Suns pivot frame the league's high bar and underscore Williams' rise as a high-upside, multi-stat contributor.