Kenneth Fleming Williams III (born November 18, 1996) is an American professional

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player for

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of the

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and the

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. He played college basketball for the

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College career

Born and raised in the

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area, Williams originally committed to play for coach

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at nearby

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(VCU). When Smart left VCU for the

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, Williams re-opened his recruitment, eventually choosing the University of North Carolina. As a sophomore, he was a part of the Tar Heels' 2016–17 national championship team. Williams started 22 games before being injured in a February 15 game against

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, causing him to sit out the remainder of the season. Williams enjoyed his best college season as a junior, where he averaged 11.4 points per game, including 20 in a rivalry win over

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. As a senior, Williams was named a captain by head coach Roy Williams.

Professional career

Austin Spurs (2019–2021)

After going undrafted in the

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, Williams signed with the

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for the

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hosted at

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. After being cut, he was added to the roster of the Spurs'

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affiliate, the

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. On March 6, 2020, Williams scored 31 points in a 117-114 overtime win against the

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. In 15 games, he averaged 11 points, 4.5 rebounds and 1.8 assists.

Bnei Herzliya (2021)

On April 13, 2021, Williams signed with Bnei Rav-Bariach Herzliya of the Israeli Ligat Winner Sal.

Kolossos Rodou (2021–2022)

On August 17, 2021, Williams signed with Greek club Kolossos Rodou. In 25 games, he averaged 12.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.3 steals, playing around 32 minutes per contest.

AEK Athens (2022–2023)

On July 9, 2022, Williams signed with

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, following his Kolossos Rodou coach Ilias Kantzouris. In 23 domestic league games, he averaged 11.6 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.8 assists, playing around 27 minutes per contest.

Peristeri (2023–present)

On June 17, 2023, Williams signed with

, his third consecutive Greek club.

Career statistics

College

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G-League

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References

External links

North Carolina Tar Heels bio
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