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Allen Iverson was one of the most ?lethal? guards that the NBA had ever seen. Standing at 6 feet, he was much smaller than most NBA players. However, despite playing in a very physically grueling era of the NBA, Allen Iverson always managed to score or make a play. In a recent podcast interview, an Ex-Clippers [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/la-clippers/] Star talks about one of Allen Iverson?s most impressive qualities as a player. EX-CLIPPERS STAR PRAISES ONE QUALITY OF IVERSON After ex-Clippers star Lou Williams [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lou-williams/] calls Allen Iverson his idol, NBA superstar Trae Young [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/trae-young/] asks him, ?What was the biggest thing you learned from A.I.??. READ MORE| Deprived of Ultimate Honor Despite 7 Rings, NBA Veteran Cherishes Shaquille O?Neal-Triggered ?Hall of Fame? Moment [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-legends-basketball-news-deprived-of-ultimate-honor-despite-seven-rings-nba-veteran-cherishes-shaquille-oneal-triggered-hall-of-fame-moment/] Lou Williams responds as he praises the Hall of Famer, ?Man?he was just tough as hell bro. Tough as hell. Never made any excuses for his size. And I think that was one of the things I took with me.?. The ex-Clippers star goes on to say, ?He played through injuries. He played big. If you go watch any of his games, he played big. He attacked the rim and didn?t shy away from any contact. He played like he was 6?9 and I took that with me throughout my career.?. ? When Lou Williams got drafted into the Philadelphia 76ers [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/philadelphia-76ers/] in 2005 (directly from high school), Allen Iverson who was the 76ers star was like a big brother to him. Allen Iverson took Lou Williams under his wing immediately and the two remain close friends to this day. WHEN EX-CLIPPERS STAR FAILED TO FULFILL AI?S WISH After Allen Iverson retired from the NBA, he publicly stated his love for Lou Williams and how he wanted to see him (Lou) succeed. He once said in an ?All the Smoke? podcast episode, ?I just want Lou to win. I just want him to win a title.? Sixers' legend Allen Iverson [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201024165602/GettyImages-1065711094.jpg](Photo by Visual China Group via Getty Images/Visual China Group via Getty Images) Back when he said that, Lou Williams and the Clippers were in the NBA Playoffs. Allen Iverson wasn?t a Clippers fan but he just loves Lou Williams that much. Unfortunately, the Los Angeles Clippers lost in the playoffs. Lou Williams, just like NBA legend Allen Iverson, did not win any NBA championships in his career. However, he won the ?Sixth Man of the Year? award three times [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-three-time-nba-sixth-man-of-the-year-winners-jamal-crawford-and-lou-williams-join-hands-for-ultimate-nba-honor/#] (highest in NBA) during his career. After 11 years in the league, Lou Williams announced his retirement from the NBA in June of 2023. WATCH THIS STORY| Senior citizen Chris Paul catches strays from 35 yo Stephen Curry moments after Deaaron Fox’s rattling troll [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/nba-active-basketball-news-senior-citizen-chris-paul-catches-strays-from-35yo-stephen-curry-moments-after-deaaron-foxs-rattling-troll/] What are your thoughts on Lou Williams’s relationship with Allen Iverson? Comment below! 

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Atlanta Hawks 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report</h2>
The Atlanta Hawks compete in the NBA as a part of the Southeast Division in the Eastern Conference. The Hawks suffer the second-longest drought of not winning an NBA championship. 

The latest version of the Atlanta Hawks logo was introduced during the 2015/16 season, and it saw the return of the famous “Pac-Hawk” to the design. The Hawk is centered inside a red <a href="https://www.sportslogos.net/logos/view/22091682016/Atlanta_Hawks/2016/Primary_Logo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">roundel</a> which contains the team’s name arched at the top and the bottom. 

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The Atlanta Hawks play their home games at the State Farm Arena. The multi-purpose arena was opened in 1999 and the Hawks made it their home ever since.

 After being renamed in 2018 due to sponsorship reasons, the arena underwent minor renovations and can now <a href="https://www.statefarmarena.com/about-the-arena/quick-facts" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">hold</a> 16,600 spectators during NBA games and over 21,000 fans during concerts! 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Who owns the Atlanta Hawks?</h2>
Private equity giant and venture capitalist Antony Ressler owns the controlling rights of the Atlanta Hawks. The Beverly Hills-based business tycoon owns a major share of the franchise, which he bought in 2015 for <a href="https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2317243-atlanta-hawks-reportedly-sold-to-tony-ressler-and-grant-hill" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">approximately</a> $850 million. 

Ressler is a hugely successful businessman whose net worth is estimated to be $3.9 billion by <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/antony-ressler/?sh=5e33d9f27051" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Forbes</a>. However, he put together a group of minority owners before he purchased the Hawks from former owner Bruce Levenson. Former NBA player Grant Hill also owns a minority stake in the franchise. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Head Coach and Top Executives </h2>
Nate McMillan has been serving as the Head Coach of the Atlanta Hawks. The franchise appointed him after Mike Budenholzer agreed to part ways with the team upon completing five years with them. 

Lloyd is the 29th HC of the Hawks franchise, and he is yet to post a winning season with the team. 

Furthermore, Travis Schlenk, a veteran NBA executive, fills two important spots in the franchise. He is both the General Manager and the President and was promoted to the <a href="https://www.nba.com/hawks/travis-schlenk-bio" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">role</a> in 2017. Schlenk previously worked with the Golden State Warriors, where he was the Assistant General Manager. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">History </h2>
The team was originally founded in New York as the Buffalo Bisons. They competed in the NBL but relocated to Moline, Illinois, just over a month after their inception. Several relocations from Illinois, to Milwaukee, to St. Louis kept the franchise on their toes and their fanbase as well. 

The team finally moved to Atlanta in 1968  and has stayed there ever since. The Milwaukee Hawks, as they were known then, signed future Hall of Famer Bob Pettit with the second overall pick in the 1954 NBA Draft. 

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Pettit won both his MVP awards with the Hawks and played 11 seasons with the franchise until his retirement. During Pettit’s era, the Hawks were frontrunners in the West and reached four NBA Finals in five years (1957-61). 

Their sole championship triumph came when they beat the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/boston-celtics/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Boston Celtics</a> in the 1958 finals after being outplayed by them in the previous year’s edition. The Hawks reached the finals again in 1961 and 1962, but the Celtics dominated and beat them in both years. 

The 70s era was different for the franchise as they hardly made it to the playoffs, and even if they did, it was a first-round knockout. Several talented athletes played for the Hawks during the 80s and the 90s, including Hall of Famers Dominique Wilkins and Dikembe Mutombo.

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Playoff success came rarely for the Hawks, even though they topped their division on certain occasions. 

<a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/trae-young/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Trae Young</a> is the current foundational block of the franchise. The 6’1” point guard has garnered ample fan following for himself through his exciting talent and a lethal shooting arm. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Atlanta Hawks: Mascot and Uniform</h2>
Just as their name suggests, the team’s official mascot is named “<a href="http://sportmascots.com/nba/harry-the-hawk-atlanta-hawks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Harry the Hawk</a>.” He is a fan favorite in the Atlanta area and is also touted to be the most popular bird there! 

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According to the Hawks, Harry “hatched” on Oct 25, 1986, and has been around the team, trying to help them win an NBA championship. 

Moving on to the Hawks’ uniforms, their primary colors are red, yellow, black, and gray, These colors contain deep shades and dominate the team’s jerseys. The team also collaborates with Nike to develop special “City” uniforms that pay tribute to the city of Atlanta in various ways. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Team’s Sponsors </h2>
The Atlanta Hawks have established partnerships with companies such as JP Morgan Chase and health and wellness company Sharecare. Their jersey sponsors are also Sharecare, and their partnership also <a href="https://about.sharecare.com/press-releases/sharecare-and-atlanta-hawks-honored-with-2017-18-nba-partnership-of-the-year-award/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">bestowed</a> with the 2017-2018 NBA Partnership of the Year award! 

Besides these <a href="https://sponsorpitch.com/properties/atlanta-hawks" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">companies</a>, the franchise also has tie-ups with BMW, Delta Airlines, and Orreco. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">History and Achievements </h2>
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>
Founded 
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">1946</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Conference</td>
<td>
Eastern
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Division 
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Southeast</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">President/ General Manager</td>
<td>
Travis Schlenk
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Head Coach 
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Lloyd Pierce</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Arena </td>
<td>
State Farm Arena
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Championships (1)
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">(1958)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Conference Titles (4)</td>
<td>
(1957, 1958, 1960, 1961)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Division Titles (5)
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">(1970, 1980, 1987, 1994, 2015)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Website</td>
<td>
<a href="http://www.nba.com/hawks">www.nba.com/hawks</a>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Atlanta Hawks 2021-22 Roster</h2>
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<tr>
<td>No.</td>
<td>Player</td>
<td>Pos</td>
<td>Ht</td>
<td>Wt</td>
<td>Birth Date</td>
</tr>
</thead>
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<td>13</td>
<td>Bogdan Bogdanović</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-6</td>
<td>220</td>
<td>August 18, 1992</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>15</td>
<td>Clint Capela</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>6-10</td>
<td>240</td>
<td>May 18, 1994</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>20</td>
<td>John Collins</td>
<td>PF</td>
<td>6-9</td>
<td>235</td>
<td>September 23, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>6</td>
<td>Lou Williams</td>
<td>PG</td>
<td>6-1</td>
<td>175</td>
<td>October 27, 1986</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>24</td>
<td>Bruno Fernando</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>6-9</td>
<td>240</td>
<td>August 15, 1998</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>8</td>
<td>Danilo Gallinari</td>
<td>PF</td>
<td>6-10</td>
<td>233</td>
<td>August 8, 1988</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>0</td>
<td>Delon Wright</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-5</td>
<td>185</td>
<td>April 26, 1992</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5</td>
<td>Kevin Knox</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-7</td>
<td>215</td>
<td>August 11, 1999</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3</td>
<td>Kevin Huerter</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-7</td>
<td>190</td>
<td>August 27, 1998</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>12</td>
<td>De'Andre Hunter</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-8</td>
<td>225</td>
<td>December 2, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1</td>
<td>Jalen Johnson</td>
<td>PF</td>
<td>6-9</td>
<td>220</td>
<td>December 18, 2001</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>4</td>
<td>Skylar Mays  (TW)</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-4</td>
<td>205</td>
<td>September 5, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>17</td>
<td>Onyeka Okongwu</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>6-8</td>
<td>235</td>
<td>December 11, 2000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2</td>
<td>Sharife Cooper</td>
<td>PG</td>
<td>6-1</td>
<td>180</td>
<td>June 11, 2001</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>7</td>
<td>Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-7</td>
<td>220</td>
<td>May 9, 1995</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>10</td>
<td>Gorgui Dieng</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>6-10</td>
<td>252</td>
<td>January 18, 1990</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>11</td>
<td>Trae Young</td>
<td>PG</td>
<td>6-1</td>
<td>180</td>
<td>September 19, 1998</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Atlanta Hawks

Atlanta Hawks 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report The Atlanta Hawks compete in the NBA as a part of the Southeast Division in the Eastern Conference. The Hawks suffer the second-longest drought of not winning an NBA championship.  The latest version of the Atlanta Hawks logo was introduced during the 2015/16 season, and it saw the return of the famous “Pac-Hawk” to the design. The Hawk is centered inside a red roundel which contains the team’s name arched at the top and the bottom.  The Atlanta Hawks play their home games at the State Farm Arena. The multi-purpose arena was opened in 1999 and the Hawks made it their home ever since.  After being renamed in 2018 due to sponsorship reasons, the arena underwent minor renovations and can now hold 16,600 spectators during NBA games and over 21,000 fans during concerts!  Who owns the Atlanta Hawks? Private equity giant and venture capitalist Antony Ressler owns the controlling rights of the Atlanta Hawks. The Beverly Hills-based business tycoon owns a major share of the franchise, which he bought in 2015 for approximately $850 million.  Ressler is a hugely successful businessman whose net worth is estimated to be $3.9 billion by Forbes. However, he put together a group of minority owners before he purchased the Hawks from former owner Bruce Levenson. Former NBA player Grant Hill also owns a minority stake in the franchise.  Head Coach and Top Executives  Nate McMillan has been serving as the Head Coach of the Atlanta Hawks. The franchise appointed him after Mike Budenholzer agreed to part ways with the team upon completing five years with them.  Lloyd is the 29th HC of the Hawks franchise, and he is yet to post a winning season with the team.  Furthermore, Travis Schlenk, a veteran NBA executive, fills two important spots in the franchise. He is both the General Manager and the President and was promoted to the role in 2017. Schlenk previously worked with the Golden State Warriors, where he was the Assistant General Manager.  History  The team was originally founded in New York as the Buffalo Bisons. They competed in the NBL but relocated to Moline, Illinois, just over a month after their inception. Several relocations from Illinois, to Milwaukee, to St. Louis kept the franchise on their toes and their fanbase as well.  The team finally moved to Atlanta in 1968  and has stayed there ever since. The Milwaukee Hawks, as they were known then, signed future Hall of Famer Bob Pettit with the second overall pick in the 1954 NBA Draft.  Pettit won both his MVP awards with the Hawks and played 11 seasons with the franchise until his retirement. During Pettit’s era, the Hawks were frontrunners in the West and reached four NBA Finals in five years (1957-61).  Their sole championship triumph came when they beat the Boston Celtics in the 1958 finals after being outplayed by them in the previous year’s edition. The Hawks reached the finals again in 1961 and 1962, but the Celtics dominated and beat them in both years.  The 70s era was different for the franchise as they hardly made it to the playoffs, and even if they did, it was a first-round knockout. Several talented athletes played for the Hawks during the 80s and the 90s, including Hall of Famers Dominique Wilkins and Dikembe Mutombo.  Playoff success came rarely for the Hawks, even though they topped their division on certain occasions.  Trae Young is the current foundational block of the franchise. The 6’1” point guard has garnered ample fan following for himself through his exciting talent and a lethal shooting arm.  Atlanta Hawks: Mascot and Uniform Just as their name suggests, the team’s official mascot is named “Harry the Hawk.” He is a fan favorite in the Atlanta area and is also touted to be the most popular bird there!  According to the Hawks, Harry “hatched” on Oct 25, 1986, and has been around the team, trying to help them win an NBA championship.  Moving on to the Hawks’ uniforms, their primary colors are red, yellow, black, and gray, These colors contain deep shades and dominate the team’s jerseys. The team also collaborates with Nike to develop special “City” uniforms that pay tribute to the city of Atlanta in various ways.  Team’s Sponsors  The Atlanta Hawks have established partnerships with companies such as JP Morgan Chase and health and wellness company Sharecare. Their jersey sponsors are also Sharecare, and their partnership also bestowed with the 2017-2018 NBA Partnership of the Year award!  Besides these companies, the franchise also has tie-ups with BMW, Delta Airlines, and Orreco.  History and Achievements    Founded  1946  Conference Eastern   Division  Southeast  President/ General Manager Travis Schlenk   Head Coach  Lloyd Pierce  Arena  State Farm Arena   Championships (1) (1958)  Conference Titles (4) (1957, 1958, 1960, 1961)   Division Titles (5) (1970, 1980, 1987, 1994, 2015)  Website www.nba.com/hawks   Atlanta Hawks 2021-22 Roster  No. Player Pos Ht Wt Birth Date   13 Bogdan Bogdanović SG 6-6 220 August 18, 1992  15 Clint Capela C 6-10 240 May 18, 1994  20 John Collins PF 6-9 235 September 23, 1997  6 Lou Williams PG 6-1 175 October 27, 1986  24 Bruno Fernando C 6-9 240 August 15, 1998  8 Danilo Gallinari PF 6-10 233 August 8, 1988  0 Delon Wright SG 6-5 185 April 26, 1992  5 Kevin Knox SF 6-7 215 August 11, 1999  3 Kevin Huerter SG 6-7 190 August 27, 1998  12 De&#8217;Andre Hunter SF 6-8 225 December 2, 1997  1 Jalen Johnson PF 6-9 220 December 18, 2001  4 Skylar Mays  (TW) SG 6-4 205 September 5, 1997  17 Onyeka Okongwu C 6-8 235 December 11, 2000  2 Sharife Cooper PG 6-1 180 June 11, 2001  7 Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot SF 6-7 220 May 9, 1995  10 Gorgui Dieng C 6-10 252 January 18, 1990  11 Trae Young PG 6-1 180 September 19, 1998

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Lou Williams 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Lou Williams is a six-foot-one guard who plays for the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/atlanta-hawks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Atlanta Hawks</a> in the NBA. He was born on October 27, 1986, in Memphis, Tennessee. Williams’ parents are the late Willie Louis Williams and Janice Faulkner. 

Williams attended South Gwinnett High School in Georgia where he massively recognized his basketball talents. He led his high-school team to the 5A Georgia State Championship as a junior and earned several accolades. 

[caption id="attachment_542405" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-542405" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210207010646/2021-01-30T020245Z_717975718_MT1USATODAY15501336_RTRMADP_3_NBA-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS-AT-ORLANDO-MAGIC.jpg" alt="LA Clippers' Lou Williams" width="1920" height="1385" /> Jan 29, 2021; Orlando, Florida, USA; LA Clippers guard Lou Williams (23) shoots against Orlando Magic forward James Ennis III (11) and guard Evan Fournier (10) during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

The Memphis native was named Naismith Prep Player of the Year in high-school and took part in the Jordan Brand Classic as well as the McDonald’s All-American game in his senior year. Williams then skipped college to directly enter the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NBA</a> in 2005. 

After a promising high-school career, Williams set his foot into the NBA without any college experience. His natural scoring ability was astonishing, but he fell down the pecking order due to disappointing workout sessions. 

Williams has three siblings, two brothers and a sister. As for his love life, Williams is in a relationship with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rece_gorg/">Rece Mitchell</a> since 2014 and the couple has three kids together. However, there was a controversial moment in their relationship. 

Williams<a href="https://www.republicworld.com/sports-news/basketball-news/lou-williams-advises-man-on-introducing-his-two-girlfriends-on-twitter.html"> admitted</a> to having another girlfriend Ashley Henderson in 2014, besides Mitchell. The situation was strange because his other girlfriend Rece Mitchell was aware of Williams dating two women at the same time. However, it became all right when Henderson broke up with him in 2018. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Lou Williams NBA Career</h2>
Williams was selected with the 45th overall pick in the 2005 NBA draft. The <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/philadelphia-76ers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Philadelphia 76ers</a> picked him up and that’s where he learned the effectiveness of scoring off the bench. 

Williams spent seven years in Philly and started just 38 of the 455 games he played for them. He averaged 14.1 points, 3.6 assists and 1.1 steals per game during the 2011-12 season and earned a runner-up finish for the Sixth Man of the Year Award. 

The high-flying guard ended his stint with the Sixers in 2012 and signed with the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/atlanta-hawks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Atlanta Hawks</a>. He suffered a grueling ACL tear a few games into his first season and missed out on a year of NBA action due to rehab. 

Williams played less than 100 games for the Hawks before which he was traded to the Toronto Raptors. He stayed there for just a year, but Lou Williams was bestowed with the 2015 NBA Sixth Man of the Year award.

He carried averages of 15.5 points and 2.1 assists that season and became the first Raptor to win the award. Williams then had short stints with the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/los-angeles-lakers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Los Angeles Lakers</a> and the Houston Rockets but both of them didn’t reap much success in terms of team achievements. 

[caption id="attachment_529151" align="alignnone" width="1280"]<img class="size-full wp-image-529151" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210127131207/2021-01-10T234137Z_742361298_MT1USATODAY15418763_RTRMADP_3_NBA-CHICAGO-BULLS-AT-LOS-ANGELES-CLIPPERS.jpg" alt="LA Clippers' Lou Williams" width="1280" height="1920" /> Jan 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Clippers guard Lou Williams (23) shoots the ball in the fourth quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Staples Center. The Clippers defeated the Bulls 130-127. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

The Rockets then traded Williams to the LA Clippers in an eye-catching trade for Chris Paul. He fit in well as the Clippers bench scorer and his massive experience proved to be a major advantage. 

Williams then won back-to-back Sixth Man of the Year awards in 2018 and 2019 and his scoring averages stood above 20.0 PPG during these years. After four seasons with the Clippers, Williams was traded to his first team, the Hawks midway through the 2020-21 season. His role decreased considerably, but he helped his team as a veteran and was part of the Hawks first Conference Finals run since 2015.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Major Achievements </h2>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">3× NBA Sixth Man of the Year (2015, 2018, 2019)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">Naismith Prep Player of the Year (2005)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">McDonald's All-American (2005)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">First-team Parade All-American (2005)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">Third-team Parade All-American (2004)</li>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400;text-align: center">Mr. Georgia Basketball (2005)</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Lou Williams NBA Stats</h2>
Lou Williams is one of the greatest bench scorers ever. He is tied with Jamal Crawford for clinching the most Sixth Man of the Year Awards and it makes him an invaluable member to have on your team. In the 2020-21 season, Williams averaged <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/w/willilo02.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">11.3 points</a>, 2.1 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Lou Williams Current Contract</h2>
After becoming an unrestricted free-agent in the 2021 off-season, Williams opted to resign with the Hawks. He inked a one-year <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/atlanta-hawks/louis-williams-2657/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$5 million deal</a> as he enters Year 17 of his NBA career.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Lou Williams 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements </h2>
Williams is an experienced NBA veteran who has earned quite a fortune through his contracts. <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/lou-williams-net-worth/#:~:text=Lou%20Williams%20Net%20Worth%20and,net%20worth%20of%20%2416%20million.">Celebrity Net Worth</a> estimates his value at $16 million although his career-earnings through salary would add up to <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nba/los-angeles-clippers/louis-williams-2657/cash-earnings/">$80,698,368</a> by the end of the 2021 season. 

Furthermore, Williams signed a massive endorsement deal with ‘Peak Sports’ in 2015 and has been donning their sneakers ever since. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Lou Williams NBA Sneaker Contract</h2>
The Hawks guard signed a sneaker deal with Chinese brand Peak and has been wearing their sneakers in the NBA. Williams has a player edition with Peak with different colorways and it goes by the name <a href="https://ballershoesdb.com/players/lou-williams/">‘Peak Lou Williams Underground.'</a> 
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Age
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<td style="text-align: center">34</td>
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Unmarried (Dating Rece Mitchell)
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Children
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<td style="text-align: center">3</td>
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<td style="text-align: center">NBA Championship Rings</td>
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–
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Nationality
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<td style="text-align: center">American</td>
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6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
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Weight
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<td style="text-align: center">175 lb (79 kg)</td>
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<td>
Unknown
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</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to contact Lou Williams</h2>
Lou Williams Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/louwillville/?hl=en">louwillville</a>
Lou Williams Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/teamlou23?lang=en">@TeamLou23</a>

Lou Williams

Lou Williams 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Lou Williams is a six-foot-one guard who plays for the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. He was born on October 27, 1986, in Memphis, Tennessee. Williams’ parents are the late Willie Louis Williams and Janice Faulkner.  Williams attended South Gwinnett High School in Georgia where he massively recognized his basketball talents. He led his high-school team to the 5A Georgia State Championship as a junior and earned several accolades.  Jan 29, 2021; Orlando, Florida, USA; LA Clippers guard Lou Williams (23) shoots against Orlando Magic forward James Ennis III (11) and guard Evan Fournier (10) during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports The Memphis native was named Naismith Prep Player of the Year in high-school and took part in the Jordan Brand Classic as well as the McDonald’s All-American game in his senior year. Williams then skipped college to directly enter the NBA in 2005.  After a promising high-school career, Williams set his foot into the NBA without any college experience. His natural scoring ability was astonishing, but he fell down the pecking order due to disappointing workout sessions.  Williams has three siblings, two brothers and a sister. As for his love life, Williams is in a relationship with Rece Mitchell since 2014 and the couple has three kids together. However, there was a controversial moment in their relationship.  Williams admitted to having another girlfriend Ashley Henderson in 2014, besides Mitchell. The situation was strange because his other girlfriend Rece Mitchell was aware of Williams dating two women at the same time. However, it became all right when Henderson broke up with him in 2018.  Lou Williams NBA Career Williams was selected with the 45th overall pick in the 2005 NBA draft. The Philadelphia 76ers picked him up and that’s where he learned the effectiveness of scoring off the bench.  Williams spent seven years in Philly and started just 38 of the 455 games he played for them. He averaged 14.1 points, 3.6 assists and 1.1 steals per game during the 2011-12 season and earned a runner-up finish for the Sixth Man of the Year Award.  The high-flying guard ended his stint with the Sixers in 2012 and signed with the Atlanta Hawks. He suffered a grueling ACL tear a few games into his first season and missed out on a year of NBA action due to rehab.  Williams played less than 100 games for the Hawks before which he was traded to the Toronto Raptors. He stayed there for just a year, but Lou Williams was bestowed with the 2015 NBA Sixth Man of the Year award. He carried averages of 15.5 points and 2.1 assists that season and became the first Raptor to win the award. Williams then had short stints with the Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets but both of them didn’t reap much success in terms of team achievements.  Jan 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Clippers guard Lou Williams (23) shoots the ball in the fourth quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Staples Center. The Clippers defeated the Bulls 130-127. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports The Rockets then traded Williams to the LA Clippers in an eye-catching trade for Chris Paul. He fit in well as the Clippers bench scorer and his massive experience proved to be a major advantage.  Williams then won back-to-back Sixth Man of the Year awards in 2018 and 2019 and his scoring averages stood above 20.0 PPG during these years. After four seasons with the Clippers, Williams was traded to his first team, the Hawks midway through the 2020-21 season. His role decreased considerably, but he helped his team as a veteran and was part of the Hawks first Conference Finals run since 2015. Major Achievements  3× NBA Sixth Man of the Year (2015, 2018, 2019) Naismith Prep Player of the Year (2005) McDonald&#8217;s All-American (2005) First-team Parade All-American (2005) Third-team Parade All-American (2004) Mr. Georgia Basketball (2005) Lou Williams NBA Stats Lou Williams is one of the greatest bench scorers ever. He is tied with Jamal Crawford for clinching the most Sixth Man of the Year Awards and it makes him an invaluable member to have on your team. In the 2020-21 season, Williams averaged 11.3 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game.  Lou Williams Current Contract After becoming an unrestricted free-agent in the 2021 off-season, Williams opted to resign with the Hawks. He inked a one-year $5 million deal as he enters Year 17 of his NBA career. Lou Williams 2021 Net Worth and Endorsements  Williams is an experienced NBA veteran who has earned quite a fortune through his contracts. Celebrity Net Worth estimates his value at $16 million although his career-earnings through salary would add up to $80,698,368 by the end of the 2021 season.  Furthermore, Williams signed a massive endorsement deal with ‘Peak Sports’ in 2015 and has been donning their sneakers ever since.  Lou Williams NBA Sneaker Contract The Hawks guard signed a sneaker deal with Chinese brand Peak and has been wearing their sneakers in the NBA. Williams has a player edition with Peak with different colorways and it goes by the name ‘Peak Lou Williams Underground.&#8217;    Age 34  Marital Status Unmarried (Dating Rece Mitchell)   Children 3  NBA Championship Rings –   Nationality American  Height 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)   Weight 175 lb (79 kg)  Wingspan Unknown   How to contact Lou Williams Lou Williams Instagram: louwillville Lou Williams Twitter: @TeamLou23

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<h2>Trae Young 2022: Net worth, salary, and endorsements</h2>
Trae Young is an <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/">NBA</a> player currently playing for Atlanta Hawks. He was born in Lubbock, Texas, on September 19, 1989. Trae’s parents, Candice and Rayford Young, played professional basketball in Europe.

[caption id="attachment_870316" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-870316" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-12-18T032306Z_1098591285_MT1USATODAY17375754_RTRMADP_3_NBA-DENVER-NUGGETS-AT-ATLANTA-HAWKS.jpg" alt="Trae Young" width="1920" height="1280" /> Dec 17, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) dribbles against the Denver Nuggets in the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Trae Young started playing high school basketball for Norman North High School in Oklahoma. He then played a year of college basketball at the University of Oklahoma.

In the 2018 NBA Draft, Dallas Mavericks selected him with the fifth overall pick but exchanged him for the third overall pick, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/luka-doncic/">Luka Doncic</a>. Young made it to the All-Rookie first team and was an NBA All-Star by his second season.

Young usually plays at the point guard position and has been using the No 11 jersey.
<h2>Major achievements</h2>
NBA All-Star (2020)

NBA All-Rookie First Team (2019)

Consensus first-team All-American (2018)

Wayman Tisdale Award (2018)

NCAA season scoring leader (2018)

NCAA season assists leader (2018)

McDonald's All-American (2017)

Jordan Brand Classic (2017)
<h2>Trae Young stats
</h2>
After 247 games in his NBA career, Young has averaged 24.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 8.9 assists per game.

He currently averages 27.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 9.3 assists per game in the 2021-22 season.
<h2>Trae Young 2022 net worth</h2>
According to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nba/trae-young-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celebrity Net Worth</a>, Trae Young's current net worth stands at $20 million. In 2021-22, he earns roughly $8,326,471.

Young had signed a multi-year endorsement deal with Adidas before coming into the NBA draft in 2018. Young sports Adidas shoes while playing in the NBA.

[caption id="attachment_499395" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-499395" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210101185201/2020-12-31T014311Z_1867624407_MT1USATODAY15379270_RTRMADP_3_NBA-ATLANTA-HAWKS-AT-BROOKLYN-NETS.jpg" alt="Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young against Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving" width="1920" height="1528" /> Dec 30, 2020; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) dribbles the ball while being defended by Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) during the first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]
<h2>Trae Young foundation and charity</h2>
Young founded the Trae Young foundation in 2019 with an aim to continue education for mental health. According to their website, the foundation “will inspire and help make a positive impact on all children and adults from all walks of life who suffer from Mental Health problems.”

Recently, Young has helped in clearing medical debts of more than $1 million for families in Atlanta. Additionally, he won the January NBA cares community assist award for his contributions towards charity.
<h2>How to contact Trae Young?</h2>
Trae Young’s Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/TheTraeYoung">https://twitter.com/TheTraeYoung</a>

Trae Young’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/traeyoung/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/traeyoung/</a>
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<td width="319">Age</td>
<td width="319">23</td>
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<tr>
<td width="319">Marital Status</td>
<td width="319">Unmarried</td>
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<tr>
<td width="319">Girlfriend</td>
<td width="319">Shelby Miller</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">Nationality</td>
<td width="319">American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">Team</td>
<td width="319">Atlanta Hawks</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">Rings</td>
<td width="319">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">Height</td>
<td width="319">6′ 1″ (1.85 m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">Weight</td>
<td width="319">82 kg</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">Wingspan</td>
<td width="319">1.88 m</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">Shoes</td>
<td width="319">Adidas</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">Endorsements</td>
<td width="319">Adidas, Tissot, EBay</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Trae Young

Trae Young 2022: Net worth, salary, and endorsements Trae Young is an NBA player currently playing for Atlanta Hawks. He was born in Lubbock, Texas, on September 19, 1989. Trae’s parents, Candice and Rayford Young, played professional basketball in Europe. Dec 17, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) dribbles against the Denver Nuggets in the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports Trae Young started playing high school basketball for Norman North High School in Oklahoma. He then played a year of college basketball at the University of Oklahoma. In the 2018 NBA Draft, Dallas Mavericks selected him with the fifth overall pick but exchanged him for the third overall pick, Luka Doncic. Young made it to the All-Rookie first team and was an NBA All-Star by his second season. Young usually plays at the point guard position and has been using the No 11 jersey. Major achievements NBA All-Star (2020) NBA All-Rookie First Team (2019) Consensus first-team All-American (2018) Wayman Tisdale Award (2018) NCAA season scoring leader (2018) NCAA season assists leader (2018) McDonald&#8217;s All-American (2017) Jordan Brand Classic (2017) Trae Young stats After 247 games in his NBA career, Young has averaged 24.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 8.9 assists per game. He currently averages 27.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 9.3 assists per game in the 2021-22 season. Trae Young 2022 net worth According to Celebrity Net Worth, Trae Young&#8217;s current net worth stands at $20 million. In 2021-22, he earns roughly $8,326,471. Young had signed a multi-year endorsement deal with Adidas before coming into the NBA draft in 2018. Young sports Adidas shoes while playing in the NBA. Dec 30, 2020; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) dribbles the ball while being defended by Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) during the first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports Trae Young foundation and charity Young founded the Trae Young foundation in 2019 with an aim to continue education for mental health. According to their website, the foundation “will inspire and help make a positive impact on all children and adults from all walks of life who suffer from Mental Health problems.” Recently, Young has helped in clearing medical debts of more than $1 million for families in Atlanta. Additionally, he won the January NBA cares community assist award for his contributions towards charity. How to contact Trae Young? Trae Young’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTraeYoung Trae Young’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traeyoung/  Age 23  Marital Status Unmarried  Girlfriend Shelby Miller  Nationality American  Team Atlanta Hawks  Rings 0  Height 6′ 1″ (1.85 m)  Weight 82 kg  Wingspan 1.88 m  Shoes Adidas  Endorsements Adidas, Tissot, EBay

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