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Guy Williams
Personal information
Born (1960-07-01) July 1, 1960 (age 65)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
High school Bishop O'Dowd (Oakland, California)
Listed height 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m)
Listed weight 200 lb (91 kg)
Career information
College
  • San Francisco (1978–1980)
  • Washington State (1981–1983)
NBA Draft 1983 / Round: 2 / Pick: 34th overall
Selected by the Washington Bullets
Career history
1984–1985 Washington Bullets
1985 Golden State Warriors
1986–1987 Filanto Desio
1990 Teorematour Arese
1990 Aresium Milano
1990–1991 Chorale Roanne Basket
Career highlights and awards
  • Third-team Parade All-American (1978)

Guy Bernard Williams (born July 1, 1960) is an American former professional basketball player. He played as a forward in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Guy Williams played for the Washington Bullets and Golden State Warriors.

Guy Williams' Early Basketball Journey

Guy Williams started his basketball career in college. He first played for San Francisco College. This was from 1978 to 1980.

College Years and Achievements

After San Francisco, Guy Williams moved to Washington State. He played there during the 1981–1983 seasons. While in high school, he was recognized as a top player. He was named a Third-team Parade All-American in 1978.

Family in Basketball

Guy Williams' son, Noah Williams, also played college basketball. Noah played for Washington State, just like his father. He was part of the team in 2021.

Guy Williams in the NBA

Guy Williams was chosen in the 1983 NBA draft. The Washington Bullets picked him in the second round. He was the 34th player chosen overall.

Professional Career Highlights

Williams began his NBA career with the Washington Bullets. He played for them in the 1984 season. Later, he joined the Golden State Warriors in 1985. He played as a Small forward or power forward.

Playing Overseas

After his time in the NBA, Guy Williams played basketball in other countries. He played for teams in Italy and France. These teams included Filanto Desio, Teorematour Arese, Aresium Milano, and Chorale Roanne Basket.

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