There's no dodging the criticisms of Patrick Williams—he's been labelled "underwhelming," "lost confidence," and even worse. Those criticisms are partly fair. But they underestimate what Williams could become with a fresh frame, clearer role, and renewed confidence.
Let's flip the script and see this offseason not as a reboot, but perhaps a transformation. The Bulls need to give him a defined role, one that matches his evolving tools, since this new version of Williams could very well be the glue wing they've not so quietly yearned for.
Patrick Williams said he slimmed down on purpose.