Shawne Williams

Biography

Shawne Brian Williams (born February 16, 1986 in Memphis, Tennessee) is an American professional basketball player who plays for the Dallas Mavericks of the NBA. He was selected 17th overall in the 2006 NBA Draft out of University of Memphis.

In his freshman year of 2005-06 at Memphis, Williams averaged 13.2 points and 6.2 rebounds per game while also averaging 1.4 steals and blocks, playing in 36 games while starting 34. He led all Conference USA freshmen in scoring and rebounding. Williams averaged 18.0 points and 6.7 rebounds in three games in the Conference USA tournament, being named the tournament MVP. He can also play at the guard position.

Williams signed with the Indiana Pacers July 6, 2006. Williams scored 13 points in his NBA debut against the Chicago Bulls on December 11, 2006. He now ranks second among Pacers rookies of all time with points scored in a rookie debut.

On October 10, 2008, Williams was traded to the Dallas Mavericks for Eddie Jones, two second round draft picks and cash.
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