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- Full name: Jason Chandler Williams
- Born: November 18, 1975
- Birthplace: Belle, West Virginia
- Nicknames: "White Chocolate", "J-Will", "J-Dub"
- Height: 6'1"
- Weight: 180 lbs
- Position: Guard
- High school: Dupont High School
- College: University of Florida
- Draft year: 1998
- Retired: 2008
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Jason Williams is a former professional basketball player for the Miami Heat of the National Basketball Association.
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Early Life
Jason Chandler Williams was born in Belle, West Virginia, on November 18, 1975, and he went on to attend Dupont High School. He continued his education at the University of Florida. In 1998, Williams was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the seventh pick in the NBA draft.Basketball-Reference.com: Jason WilliamsPro Career
In his first season with the Kings, Williams started 50 games and averaged 12.8 points. In 2001, Williams was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies for point guard Mike Bibby. As of 2008, Williams has career averages of 11.4 points, 2.4 rebounds and 31.2 minutes per game.NBA.com: Jason WilliamsOn September 26, 2008, Williams announced his retirement from the NBA after ten seasons. Williams had signed a one year contract with the Los Angeles Clippers, but decided to retire before training camp.SI.com: Williams retires after 10 seasons
Jason Williams Timeline
- November 18, 1975: Born
- 1998: Drafted by Sacramento Kings
- 2001: Traded to Memphis Grizzlies
- 2005: Traded to Miami Heat
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Jason Williams Questions
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What happened to Captain William Bligh after his crew Mutiny in Tahiti? 1 AnswerAfter the mutiny on the Bounty, Captain Bligh navigated a longboat about 3700 miles. There were 19 men on board. They landed safely on the Island of Timor. No o... read more -
How does Deron Williams style compare with John Stockton? 1 AnswerDeron Williams is quite different from John Stockton. John stockton was a pure passer who was also deadly from the outside and who was very good at steals. He w... read more -
What year was Hank Williams born? Where is Audrey Williams? 1 AnswerHank Williams was born on September 17, 1923 in Mount Olive, Alabama. Hank Williams, Jr. was born on May 26, 1949 in Shreveport, Louisiana. Hank Williams III wa... read more
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Jason Williams Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Miami Heat
- Basketball-Reference.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6' 1"
- Weight: 180 lbs
- Rookie Year: 1998-99
Jason Williams Timeline
- November 18, 1975: Born in Charleston, West Virginia
- 1995-96: Attending Marshall University
- 1996: Followed coach Billy Donovan to the University of Florida
- 1998: Permanently suspended for drug use after three previous suspensions
- 1998: NBA Draft drafted 7th overall by the Sacramento Kings
- 2001: Was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies
- 2005: As part of the biggest trade in league history was traded to the Miami Heat
- 2006: NBA Champion with Miami Heat



