Eric Williams (basketball, born 1972) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
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| Born | July 17, 1972 Newark, New Jersey, U.S. |
| High school | Malcolm X Shabazz (Newark, New Jersey) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| Listed weight | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Career information | |
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| NBA Draft | 1995 / Round: 1 / Pick: 14th overall |
| Selected by the Boston Celtics | |
| Pro career | 1995–2007 |
| Career history | |
| 1995–1997 | Boston Celtics |
| 1997–1999 | Denver Nuggets |
| 1999–2003 | Boston Celtics |
| 2003–2004 | Cleveland Cavaliers |
| 2004 | New Jersey Nets |
| 2004–2006 | Toronto Raptors |
| 2006–2007 | San Antonio Spurs |
| 2007 | Charlotte Bobcats |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career NBA statistics | |
| Points | 5,642 (8.6 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 2,139 (3.3 rpg) |
| Assists | 936 (1.4 apg) |
Eric C. Williams (born July 17, 1972) is a former professional basketball player from the United States. He played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for 12 years, from 1995 to 2007. During his career, he played for seven different teams, including two times with the famous Boston Celtics.
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Eric Williams' Basketball Journey
Eric Williams started his college basketball career at Burlington County College in New Jersey. He then played for two years at Vincennes University in Indiana. After that, he moved to Providence College in Rhode Island.
Joining the NBA
In 1995, Eric was chosen by the Boston Celtics in the 1995 NBA draft. He was the 14th player picked overall. This was a big moment for the 6-foot-8-inch tall player, who usually played as a small forward.
He played for the Celtics for two years. Then, in 1997, he was traded to the Denver Nuggets. Unfortunately, he had a tough time with the Nuggets. He tore a ligament in his right knee, which is a serious injury. This meant he could only play in four games during the 1997–98 season.
Returning to Boston and Other Teams
After his injury, Eric returned to play for the Nuggets in the next season. He played in 38 games before being traded back to the Boston Celtics. He stayed with the Celtics for more than four seasons.
Later, in 2003, he was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers. After playing 50 games with the Cavaliers, he became a free agent. This means he could sign with any team he wanted. He then joined the New Jersey Nets for the 2004–05 season.
Eric was part of a big trade when the Nets sent him to the Toronto Raptors. He also played for the San Antonio Spurs in 2006 and the Charlotte Bobcats in 2007. He finished his NBA career in 2007.
Career Highlights and Stats
Throughout his career, Eric Williams was known for his strong play. He scored a total of 5,642 points, averaging 8.6 points per game. He also grabbed 2,139 rebounds, averaging 3.3 rebounds per game. Plus, he made 936 assists, averaging 1.4 assists per game.
Life Beyond the Court
After his basketball career, Eric Williams explored other interests. He launched his own clothing line in 2005. This clothing line honored the fictional Negro Basketball League.
Eric also appeared on a reality TV show called Basketball Wives. He was on the show for several seasons, from 2007 to 2011. In 2013, he acted in a movie called The Caribbean Heist. In 2015, Eric was featured in a painting by Pops Peterson. The artwork was called "Freedom from What."
See also
In Spanish: Eric Williams para niños
