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Ramon Sessions opted out of his contract with the Lakers, at least in part, because he had concerns that they might acquire Steve Nash or Deron Williams in a sign-and-trade.
Deron Williams PG #8
Current Team: N/A
Born: Jun 26, 1984 (39 years old)
Birthplace/Hometown: Parkersburg, West Virginia
Nationality: United States
Height: 6-3 (191cm) Weight: 200 (91kg)
Hand: Right
Website: http://deronwilliams.com/
Current NBA Status: Unrestricted Free Agent
Agent: Jeff Schwartz
Draft Entry: 2005 NBA Draft
Early Entry Info: 2005 Early Entrant
Drafted: Round 1, Pick 3, Utah Jazz
Pre-Draft Team: Illinois (Jr)
High School: The Colony High School [The Colony, Texas]
Deron Williams News
Sessions Opted Out In Part Due To Lakers' Desire For Nash, Williams
Deron Williams Done Answering Questions About Cuban, Mavericks
Deron Williams considered signing with the Mavericks, but ultimately re-signed with the Nets.
Deron Williams Asked King To Stop Waiting For Dwight
Deron Williams grew impatient waiting for the Nets to acquire Dwight Howard.
Cuban Flattered 'Shark Tank' No-Show Could Have Factored In Williams' Decision
Mark Cuban didn't attend a meeting with Deron Williams because he was filming 'Shark Tank'.
Joe Johnson Credits Deron Williams For Making Trade To Nets Happen
Deron Williams contacted Joe Johnson before the Nets agreed to a trade with the Hawks.
Xavier Rathan-Mayes Patterns Game After Deron Williams
Xavier Rathan-Mayes is considered a true combo guard, a scorer who can play both backcourt positions.
Deron Williams Open To Playing For Team USA At World Cup
Deron Williams is interested in playing for Team USA at the 2014 World Cup.
Johnson: Nets Not Yet Championship-Ready
Avery Johnson said the Nets aren't championship-ready just yet.
Cuban: Mavericks 'In Better Position' Without Deron Williams
Mark Cuban believes signing Deron Williams may not have been the best move.
Deron Williams Works Out At Nets Practice Facility Just Days After Returning From London
Deron Williams has twice worked out at the Nets practice facility since returning from the London Olympics.
Prokhorov Not Concerned About Luxury Tax, Believes Nets Investment Has Doubled In Value
Mikhail Prokhorov paid $260 million for an 80 percent share of the Nets and a 45 percent stake in the Barclays Center.
Mavericks' Front Office Took Williams' Decision Hard
Donnie Nelson believes the Mavericks would have been able to re-sign Jason Terry and Jason Kidd had they been able to reach an agreement with Deron Williams.
Williams: Bird Rights Had No Bearing On Decision To Sign With Nets
The Nets were able to offer Deron Williams one more year and larger pay raises than any other team.
Williams Was Leaning Toward Mavericks Until Johnson Trade
Deron Williams was leaning toward signing with the Mavericks until the Nets traded for Joe Johnson.
Deron Williams Decides To Re-Sign With Brooklyn Nets
Deron Williams chose the Nets over his hometown Mavericks.
Deron Williams Working Out At Nets' Practice Facility Tuesday
Deron Williams has worked out at the Nets' practice facility throughout the offseason.
Odom Withdraws Name From Olympic Team, Nine Players Guaranteed Spots
Lamar Odom withdrew his name from Olympic consideration, leaving Team USA with 15 finalists.
Williams' Meeting With Nets 'Went Well', Hope For Decision Within 24-48 Hours
Deron Williams met with both the Mavericks and Nets on Monday.
Williams To Make Decision Independent Of Howard
Deron Williams' patience with waiting for Howard to join him with the Nets has worn out.
Williams To Meet With Nets, Mavericks On Monday
A source with business ties to both Deron Williams and Jason Kidd said the two have already decided to play together with the Nets.
Nowitzki Optimistic About Chance Of Landing Williams
Dirk Nowitzki has already reached out to Deron Williams about the possibility of joining the Mavericks.
Source: Nets Interested In Pairing Williams With Nash
Steve Nash is expected to choose between the Suns, Knicks, Nets, Raptors and Mavericks as he enters free agents.
Williams Joined At Birthday Dinner By Avery Johnson
Deron Williams has been working out on an almost daily basis at the Nets' practice facility and has discussed strategies for next season with Avery Johnson.
Mavericks Increasingly Concerned Deron Williams To Re-Sign With Nets
The Nets can offer Deron Williams a five-year deal worth approximately $100 million, one season and about $26 million more than the Mavericks.
Williams Unlikely To Add Rockets To List Even If Howard Traded
The Rockets are unlikely to be added to Deron Williams free agency list even if Dwight Howard is acquired.
Nets Not Interested In Trading For Pau Gasol
The Nets have no interest in sending Deron Williams to the Lakers in exchange for a package headlined by Pau Gasol.
Deron Williams Talks About Lakers' Situation
Deron Williams is a potential target for the Lakers via trade this offseason.
Williams Denies He Will Leave Nets If Howard Isn't Acquired
Deron Williams denied a report from Yahoo! Sports' Adrian Wojnarowski that had sources claiming he would leave the Nets if they were unable to acquire Dwight Howard.
Nets Must Acquire Howard To Keep Williams
Deron Williams doesn't want to wait for Anthony Davis to develop and won't re-sign with the team unless they become an instant contender.
Source: Deron Doesn't See Mavericks As Good Spot In Long-Run
The Lakers appear to be a more suitable alternative to the Nets for Deron Williams than the Mavericks.
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