Larry Williams (basketball) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s) | Bone Collector |
| Born | June 19, 1981 Tyler, Texas, United States |
| Residence | Los Angeles, California |
| Height | 6 feet 0 inches (1.83 m) |
| Weight | 200 pounds (91 kg) |
| Website | https://bonecollector.store |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Basketball |
| Event(s) | Streetball |
| College team | Chaffey Junior College |
| Team | Ball Up Tour (2011–2016) Entertainers Basketball Classic MVP 5 Years Straight (2001–2006) AND1 Mixtape Tour (2007–2011) |
| Turned pro | 2001 |
| Now coaching | San Gabriel Adventist Academy (2012 – Present) |
Larry "Bone Collector" Williams, born on June 19, 1981, is a famous American streetball basketball player. He got his nickname, "Bone Collector," because he was so good at dribbling that he could make his opponents stumble or fall, almost like "breaking their ankles"!
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Early Life and Basketball Journey
Larry Williams was born in Texas. He grew up in Southern California. He loved playing basketball. He went to Chaffey Junior College. Later, he studied at the Globe Institute of Technology in New York City.
Becoming a Streetball Star
While in New York City, Larry became a top player. He played at the famous Rucker Park. This park is known for its exciting streetball games. Larry's amazing skills quickly made him popular.
Famous Moments and Challenges
Larry Williams became known worldwide. In China, he once dribbled past a player so well that the player's shoes came off! This moment was even reported by USA Today. He also challenged famous NBA players. He invited stars like Allen Iverson to play one-on-one games. He even challenged Kobe Bryant to a high-stakes game.
Achievements and Recognition
Larry Williams earned many honors. SLAM magazine called him the "Most Dangerous Streetball Player in the World." He was also named one of the "25 Greatest Streetball Players of All Time" by Complex (magazine). The Street Basketball Association also listed him among their "50 best players of all time."
Rucker Park MVP
Larry made a big name for himself at Rucker Park. He won the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award. This was at the Entertainers Basketball Classic (EBC). He won this award five years in a row! This happened from 2001 to 2006.
Coaching and Other Work
Larry Williams also shares his basketball knowledge. He became a personal trainer. He worked with NBA and college players. He taught them at basketball clinics around the world.
Coaching High School Basketball
Larry is currently an assistant coach. He coaches the San Gabriel Adventist Academy Boys Varsity team. This school is in San Gabriel, CA. He helped coach the team to success. They became California Division State Champions. This happened during the 2013–2014 season.
Film Appearance
Larry Williams also appeared in a movie. He had a small role, called a cameo appearance. The movie was a feature film titled Bompton Had a Dream. It was released on April 22, 2020.
