Personal information | |
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Born |
Ocala, Florida |
July 15, 1969
Nationality | American |
Listed height | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
Listed weight | 200 lb (91 kg) |
Career information | |
High school | Forest (Ocala, Florida) |
College |
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NBA draft | 1991 / Undrafted |
Playing career | 1992–2000 |
Position | Power forward / Center |
Number | 40, 43, 44 |
Career history | |
1992 | Charlotte Hornets |
1992 | Orlando Magic |
1993 | Boston Celtics |
1993 | Orlando Magic |
1994 | Charlotte Hornets |
1994–1996 | Dallas Mavericks |
1996–2000 | Washington Bullets / Wizards |
Stats at Basketball-Reference.com | |
Lorenzo Williams (born 15 July 1969) is a retired American professional basketball player, who played eight seasons in the NBA. Born in Ocala, Florida, he attended Polk Community College and Stetson University, both in Florida, and was known for his shot-blocking ability.
In the NBA, 6'9" center Williams played with the Charlotte Hornets (1992, 1994), Orlando Magic (1992), Boston Celtics (1993), Dallas Mavericks (1994–96) and the Washington Bullets/Wizards (1996–2000). During 253 regular season games, he averaged 3 points and 6 rebounds per game, shooting less than 38% from the line. Williams was a top shot blocker in the NBA.
Williams also played in the GBA (1991–92), the USBL (1991, 1992) and the CBA (1992–93 and 1993–94).
Upon retiring, Williams worked with youngsters, helping them develop their basketball skills at University of Central Florida's Five Star Basketball camp, during the summer.
Williams married to wife Tracey Williams since July 13, 1996