White Chocolate At MSG This Season? Knicks Talk To J-Williams
New York Vinnie has already told you that he is not expecting much out of His Boys the New York Knicks in the 2009-2010. However a familiar face to NBA fans just may make Madison Square Garden a little more enjoyable once the NBA season begins. ESPN.com is reporting that the Knicks will be able to negotiate exclusively with former NBA star point guard Jason Williams for a contract that will end his retirement from the league.
White Chocolate retired last September after he had signed a free agent contract with the Los Angeles Clippers. Last Friday the Clippers surrendered their rights to negotiate with J-Will. New York will be able to have the window of exclusivity until August 6.
Williams was part of the 2006 Miami Heat team that won the NBA Championship. The veteran who will turn 34 in November was taken in the first round of the 1998 NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings. Williams also played with the Memphis Grizzlies during his time in the Association. He had career averages of 11.4 points, 6.3 assists, and 2.4 rebounds, per game.
In New York Vinnie’s eyes it is a nice pickup. Williams will not cost the team any players and will most likely receive the NBA veteran minimum. If his skills are no longer sharp the team will find out during training camp and release him. But Williams could add some excitement to a team that has lacked much for many years!