Last Updated on April 18, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here is the information about basketballer Deron Williams:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Deron Michael Williams
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born June 26, 1984
  • Hometown: The Colony, Texas
  • Height: 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 m)
  • Weight: 200 lbs (91 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m)
  • Shoe Size: Size 13 (US)
  • Number: Wore #8 and #31 during his career
  • Position: Point Guard
  • High School: The Colony High School, The Colony, Texas
  • College: University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
  • NBA Draft: 2005, 1st Round, 3rd pick overall by the Utah Jazz
  • Teams Played For:
    • Utah Jazz
    • New Jersey Nets
    • Brooklyn Nets
    • Dallas Mavericks
    • Cleveland Cavaliers
  • Trade History: Deron Williams Trade History
  • Championship Rings: 0 (Reached the 2017 NBA Finals with the Cleveland Cavaliers but did not win)
  • Kids: Yes, Deron Williams has four children.
  • Siblings: Deron Williams has a sister, Shayla Williams.

Player Archetype / Play Style

Deron Williams’ player archetype was that of a strong, floor-controlling lead guard: a physical point guard who could run an offense, dictate tempo, and create quality looks without needing to play at reckless speed. Defensively, he was at his best using his sturdy frame and strength to hold up against opposing guards and switchier matchups, while offensively he operated as a pick-and-roll organizer, setup man, and reliable scorer from the mid-range, at the rim, and beyond the arc. At 6-foot-3 and roughly 200 pounds, Williams paired a thick build with balance, toughness, and excellent ball control, and his play style was defined by poise, passing vision, change-of-pace dribbling, and the ability to blend scoring with high-level table-setting. (DraftExpress)

Fun Facts

  • Deron Williams was a three-time NBA All-Star (2010–2012) and one of the league’s top point guards during his prime.
  • He was instrumental in leading the University of Illinois to the NCAA Championship game in 2005.
  • Post-retirement, Williams has pursued interests in combat sports and owns a boxing gym.

Sources:

NBA.com — Deron Williams | Guard | Utah Jazz | NBA.com
DraftExpress — Deron Williams NBA Draft Scouting Report
NBA.com — The Four Horsemen: Deron Williams | Dallas Mavericks