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Buie: Yeah, I was at the LeBron camp, I was at the Deron Williams point guard camp ... I mean, I think that Deron Williams camp helped me out a lot working with Deron Williams and the other top 20 point guards in the country. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Celtics take full advantage of break time Nov 12, 2009
But they were reduced to a patsy, unable to solve Boston s help defense, and an ailing Deron Williams appeared a step slow, while Carlos Boozer was dwarfed by Kevin Garnett. Garnett ensured that the end of the Celtics bench would turn into Club Parquet in the fourth quarter. (Boston Globe)
Celtics rout Jazz Nov 12, 2009
Right now, were soft, said Deron Williams, a game-time decision because of a bruised left calf and a bad back, who scored 13 points with seven rebounds and four assists. Theres no way around it. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Davis thinks inside the box Nov 12, 2009
Sizing things up What sticks out most in the comparison between Jazz point guard Deron Williams and Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo is their body type. Rondo is a slim, 6-foot-1-inch, 178-pounder, while Williams is 6-3, 203. (Boston Globe)
* NBA : Nash shines for red-hot Suns in win over 76ers Nov 11, 2009
Deron Williams was limited to five points but had 16 assists. Utah, who earned first road victory of the season, visits Boston next and wraps up the trip on Saturday night at Cleveland. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Jazz win in New York for first time since 2004 Nov 10, 2009
Boozer grabbed 14 rebounds, while Deron Williams shot 2 of 10 and was limited to five points but had 16 assists. Utah, which earned its first road victory of the season, visits Boston next and wraps up the trip Saturday night at Cleveland. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jazz celebrate win with Garden party Nov 10, 2009
Jared Jeffries and the Knicks limited Jazz s top scorer Deron Williams to 5 points ... Deron Williams was limited to 5 points but had 16 assists. (Boston Globe)
Rookie Evans torches Jazz for 32 points in W Nov 8, 2009
He added three boards, seven assists and a steal, despite leaving the game briefly after taking a Deron Williams elbow to the mouth. He is going to fill the void left by Kevin Martin (wrist surgery) nicely for the next two months, so make sure he's in your lineup. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Evans career-high 32 lifts Kings over Jazz Nov 8, 2009
The Kings led by 20 points in the fourth quarter before Deron Williams' 3-pointer sparked a comeback attempt. Williams, who had 29 points and 15 assists, found Mehmet Okur for a 3-pointer to trim the lead to five at 97-92 with 58. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Boozer, Jazz rebound in 113-99 win over Spurs Nov 6, 2009
Deron Williams also scored 27 and had nine assists in Utah's first win over San Antonio since April 2008 ... Deron Williams filled the stat sheet with 27 points, nine assists and seven rebounds, boosting the Utah Jazz to a 113-99 win over the San Antonio Spurs. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Gameday: Hawks at Bobcats, 7 p.m. Nov 6, 2009
Deron Williams filled the stat sheet with 27 points, nine assists and seven rebounds, boosting the Utah Jazz to a 113-99 win over the San Antonio Spurs. From the Charlotte Bobcats' perspective, season tickets are a terrible thing to waste. (News & Observer -- Sports)
D-Will posts near triple-double in win vs. SA Nov 6, 2009
Deron Williams nearly posted a triple-double as the Jazz beat the Spurs 113-99 on Thursday, notching 27 points on 11-of-19 shooting with seven rebounds, nine assists, one steal, and one block. Carlos Boozer also chipped in 27 points and 14 rebounds to go with two blocks and two steals, and for tonight the duo looked like their normal selves. (MSNBC -- Sports)
GAME REPORT: Spurs 99, Jazz 113 Nov 6, 2009
Salt Lake City, UT (Sports Network) - Deron Williams filled the stat sheet with 27 points, nine assists and seven rebounds, boosting the Utah Jazz to a 113-99 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Carlos Boozer added 27 points and 14 rebounds for the Jazz, who snapped a two- game skid. (USA Today -- Sports)
Jazz beats Spurs Nov 6, 2009
Boozer, who had been struggling, finished with 27 points and 14 rebounds and Deron Williams also scored 27 and added nine assists in Utahs first win over San Antonio since April 2008. Andrei Kirilenko added 12 points and six assists and rookie Wesley Matthews scored a career-high 12 points for Utah, which improved to 2-3. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NBA: Nuggets stay perfect with win at Indiana Nov 5, 2009
Deron Williams scored 22 points and Mehmet Okur added 14 points and 14 rebounds for Utah. Lakers 101, Thunder 98, OT: Kobe Bryant scored 31 points and hit the go-ahead jumper in overtime as the Lakers got tested in their first road game of the season, beating the Thunder. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Dirk saves Mavs with 29-point 4th quarter Nov 4, 2009
Deron Williams scored 22 points and Mehmet Okur added 14 points and 14 rebounds for Utah (1-3). The Jazz lost its sixth straight in Dallas. (MSNBC -- Sports)
GAME REPORT: Jazz 85, Mavericks 96 Nov 4, 2009
Deron Williams tallied 22 points and Mehmet Okur contributed 14 points and 14 rebounds to pace Utah, which has lost three of four to start the season. The Jazz were on their way to just their third win in 16 games at American Airlines Center, holding a seemingly comfortable 76-60 lead with just over eight minutes remaining in the game. (USA Today -- Sports)
Pump your brakes Nov 4, 2009
Are we all secretly just hoping he becomes an 18-20 scorer to somehow justify taking him over Paul and Deron Williams ... I m going to just come out and say it: Marvin Williams is a BUST, drafting him over CP3/Deron Williams is one of the great draft blunders of all time, comparable to Sam Bowie over Jordan ... He said the same thing about Deron Williams. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Yao-less Rockets not hungry for attack Nov 4, 2009
The same tough Jazz with tough guys like Deron Williams, Ronnie Brewer, Carlos Boozer, Andrei Kirilenko and Mehmet Okur, and tough Jerry Sloan, just find the Yao-less Rockets tougher. Without Yao, Jazz lost the key to the Rockets lock. (Xinhuanet, China)
Illinois Athletics Announces Launch of FightingIllini.com... Nov 4, 2009
Illini fans can choose from over 100 images, like the this one of Deron Williams' game-tying three against Arizona in the 2005 Chicago Regional Final. Nov. 3, 2009. (Fightingillini.com)
NBA ROUNDUP Kings' Martin has 48 in OT win Nov 3, 2009
Deron Williams had 18 points and eight assists for the Jazz (1-2). Clips 93, T'wolves 90: Chris Kaman had 25 points and 11 rebounds, Eric Gordon hit the go-ahead layup with 1:32 to play, and host Los Angeles surged to its first victory. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Rondo inscrutable - and indispensable Nov 3, 2009
He should forget about Deron Williams ... When I say Rondo s not going to be Chris Paul, Deron Williams, Tony Parker, or Derrick Rose, and they re not going to be him, I m talking style and package of skills, not overall effectiveness. (Boston Globe)
Rondo, Paul make their points - loudly Nov 2, 2009
So it s no surprise that Rondo probably feels slighted when he is considered a second-tier point guard in comparison with Paul and Utah s Deron Williams. Paul dropped 22 points on the Celtics last night with 8 assists and 2 steals, making 9 of 13 shots. (Boston Globe)
Recap: Utah vs. LA Clippers Oct 31, 2009
Deron Williams added 21 points and nine assists. Ronnie Brewer ended with 17 points and five rebounds for the victors. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Mavericks end 6-game losing streak against LA Oct 31, 2009
Carlos Boozer had 20 points, 12 rebounds, and 7 assists, and Deron Williams finished with 21 points and nine assists for Utah. Hawks 100, Wizards 89 - Josh Smith scored 20 points and host Atlanta held off Gilbert Arenas and Washington. (Boston Globe)
IanThomsenInside The NBA Derrick Rose takes another step toward being leader of the Bulls. Oct 30, 2009
The NBA Rookie of the Year launches his second season Thursday amid expectations that Rose will fast join Chris Paul, Deron Williams and Tony Parker among the league's top point guards. On opening night in Chicago, he will face Parker, who has already achieved everything Rose wants and yet remains hungry for more. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
ROUNDUP Suns' Nash takes control in 4th quarter vs. Clips Oct 29, 2009
Deron Williams led Utah with 28 points and 13 assists. Timberwolves 95, Nets 93. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Curry is prepared to learn Oct 29, 2009
Paul and Utah's Deron Williams each had their problems, Chicago's Kirk Hinrich averaged 4. 2 turnovers a game in his first seven, but ended the year at 2. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Recap: Denver vs. Utah Oct 29, 2009
Deron Williams led all five Utah starters in double figures with 28 points and also had 13 assists. Ronnie Brewer and Andrei Kirilenko each finished with 16 points, and Carlos Boozer ended with 12 points and 11 boards. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NBA Northwest Division Preview Oct 28, 2009
Deron WIlliams is one of the best young point guards in the league. He can score and distribute. (Suite101.com)
Season Primer Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty ImagesWith a healthy Gilbert Arenas and a new coach in Flip Saunders, the Wizards are focused on a return to the playoffs.What players and issues will dominate the NBA season ahead? Ian Thomsen knows. Oct 27, 2009
Second Team G Chris Paul, Hornets G Deron Williams, Jazz F Dirk Nowitzki, Mavericks F Tim Duncan, Spurs C Shaquille O'Neal, Cavaliers. Third Team G Gilbert Arenas, Wizards G Brandon Roy, Trail Blazers F Paul Pierce, Celtics F Pau Gasol, Lakers C Al Jefferson, Timberwolves. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Top 250 players to target this season Oct 27, 2009
Fantasy NBA Player Rankings - SI.com - Fantasy. Fantasy Football, Fantasy Baseball and More. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Western conference Oct 26, 2009
Utah Jazz: This team has issues, such as how to distribute minutes between Carlos Boozer and Paul Millsap, but point guard Deron Williams' penetration makes everything easier. Combine that with the continuity coach Jerry Sloan represents, and it's a nice package. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Blue Ribbon: Texas Oct 24, 2009
"SG-AVERY BRADLEY (6-3, 180 lbs., FR, #0, 19.1 ppg, 4.6 rpg, 2.9 apg, 2.9 spg, .540 FG, .383 3PT, .761 FT, Findlay Prep/Las Vegas). The only player to arrive at Austin with more fanfare and expectations than Bradley was Kevin Durant. ESPNU ranked Bradley the No. 1 prospect in the land. He won the slam-dunk contest at the McDonald's All-American game, then posted 15 points and six rebounds in 23 minutes for the West team in a 113-110 victory at the McDonald's All-American Game. He was the only... (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Ten secrets for fantasy success in keeper leagues Oct 24, 2009
Ten secrets to success in NBA keeper leagues - SI.com - Fantasy. Fantasy Football, Fantasy Baseball and More. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Fight To The Finish John Biever/SIPaul Pierce and the Celtics added a key piece to their roster in the offseason, as did Kobe Bryant and the Lakers.The NBA regular season gets underway next week, and the usual suspects are favored to win it all. Ian Thomsen takes his best shot at predicting who will still be standing in June. Oct 22, 2009
If the Jazz get healthy production from Carlos Boozer and Deron Williams, they should finish second in the Northwest behind Portland. Toronto will return to the playoffs. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Jazz pounce on Blazers, 108-97 Oct 21, 2009
Deron Williams had 27 points and Boozer and Ronnie Brewer each added 16 in Utah's 108-97 preseason victory over Portland on Tuesday night. The Jazz (4-2), missing Kyle Korver and C.J. Miles because of injuries, led by as many as 25 points. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
BrittRobsonInside The NBA Sometimes, all promising young big men need is time to grow. Oct 21, 2009
Otherwise, we wouldn't be enjoying a golden age of precocious point guards, playmakers who quickly announced their ownership and command of the position, from Chris Paul and Deron Williams in 2005-06, up through 2008-09 Rookie of the Year Derrick Rose and Russell Westbrook last season. This year, at least three point guards -- Minnesota's Jonny Flynn, Sacramento's Tyreke Evans and Milwaukee's Brandon Jennings -- are expected to see significant time, with a half-dozen other first-rounders also in... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Top pick Collison playing catch-up Oct 21, 2009
UPDATED: 3 :28 a.m. CDT, October 21, 2009. However, rookie point guard still in the mix to back up Paul Wednesday, October 21, 2009 By John Reid Staff writer. (Nola.com -- Sports)
2009-10 Washington Wizards Preview Oct 20, 2009
ADDITIONS: G Eric Maynor, C Goran Suton SUBTRACTIONS: None PROJECTED STARTING FIVE: PG- Deron Williams SG- Ronnie Brewer SF- Andrei Kirilenko PF- Carlos Boozer C- Mehmet Okur KEY RESERVES: F Paul Millsap, G C.J. Miles, F Kyle Korver ... In fact, Deron Williams and Boozer were quickly becoming the reincarnation of John Stockton and Karl Malone in Salt Lake City. (ABC 7 News, DC)
ArashMarkaziInside The NBA Carlos Boozer and Paul Millsap are still in Utah. How awkward. Oct 20, 2009
Despite Boozer's offseason comments, the Jazz have put aside the potential distraction, and he's reclaimed his leadership role along with point guard Deron Williams. The two have an Odd Couple-like relationship at times in the locker room. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Top-pick Griffin strong again for Clippers Oct 18, 2009
Carlos Boozer led Utah with 20 points and Deron Williams added 19. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Okur, Maynor lead Jazz over Trail Blazers Oct 16, 2009
Deron Williams played 26 minutes and had 10 points, seven assists and seven rebounds for the Jazz, while Ronnie Brewer added 12 points on 5-of-7 shooting and had three steals. Wesley Matthews also had 12 points for Utah. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Nets’ transition game bears watching Oct 11, 2009
Defense department Utah is a dark horse to win the Western Conference, but the usually disciplined Jazz need to improve, according to guard Deron Williams. We need to get better defensively, he said. (Boston Globe)
Basketball:Jazz rout Real Madrid 109-87 Oct 9, 2009
Point guard Deron Williams added 16 at the Palacio de los Deportes stadium as the Jazz rebounded from Tuesday's one-point loss to the Chicago Bulls in London. The victory put the NBA back on even-footing in Spain after having lost two of its last three matches in the country. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Millsap leads Jazz over Real Madrid Oct 9, 2009
Point guard Deron Williams added 16 at the Palacio de los Deportes stadium as the Jazz bounced back from Tuesday's one-point loss to the Chicago Bulls in London. The victory put the NBA back on even-footing in Spain after having lost two of its last three matches in the country. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Cavs spoil Bobcats' preseason opener Oct 8, 2009
Paul Milsap led the Jazz with 18 points while Deron Williams and Wesley Matthews had 16 each. ROCKETS 99, SPURS 85 In San Antonio, Trevor Ariza scored nine points in his Rockets debut, helping Houston beat San Antonio. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Rubio talked up by NBA rivals in waiting Oct 8, 2009
"He's still so young. It's good for him to get a couple of more years playing over here and then make the transition over," Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams said Wednesday as his team prepared for a preseason game against Real Madrid. "I think he's a great player. He's definitely going to be a good player in our league, he has all the skills ball handling, court vision, he knows how to lead a team. It's just a matter of maturing and becoming a better player.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
* NBA: Bulls beat Jazz 102-101 on James Johnsons basket Oct 8, 2009
Paul Milsap led the Jazz with 18 points, and Deron Williams and Wesley Matthews had 16 each. Just shoot it, that was the only instinct. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Hornets' rookies showing their potential Oct 7, 2009
UPDATED: 3 :30 a.m. CDT, October 07, 2009. Scott touts Collison's, Thornton's progress Tuesday, October 06, 2009 By John Reid Staff writer. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Bulls beat Jazz at buzzer in London exhibition Oct 7, 2009
Paul Milsap led the Jazz with 18 points, and Deron Williams and Wesley Matthews had 16 each. Deng kept the crowd cheering and helped the Bulls build a 71-58 lead midway through the third quarter. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Howard wants to play for U.S. in 2012 Oct 7, 2009
Howard joins Carmelo Anthony and Deron Williams, who also committed. Dwyane Wade and LeBron James have yet to make an announcement. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Miles, Williams lead Jazz past Nuggets Oct 2, 2009
Deron Williams and C.J. Miles scored 16 apiece to lead the Jazz and Williams added six assists in 21 minutes ... Deron Williams and CJ Miles each scored 16 points, leading the Utah Jazz to a 103-87 victory over the Denver Nuggets in the NBA's first preseason game of 2009. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bobcats re-sign Felton Sep 25, 2009
"This summer we were dealing in business, and now he wants to turn to the business of basketball.''Despite his unresolved contract status, Felton was a regular in pick-up games at the Bobcats' training facility the past few weeks and played in North Carolina's alumni game earlier this month.Felton was the fifth pick in the 2005 draft, chosen behind center Andrew Bogut, forward Marvin Williams and point guards Deron Williams and Chris Paul. All four of those players have signed lucrative,... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Felton signs one-year deal to stay Sep 24, 2009
Felton was the fifth pick in the 2005 draft, chosen behind center Andrew Bogut, forward Marvin Williams and point guards Deron Williams and Chris Paul ... While Felton isn't in Paul's or Deron Williams' class he's a career 40-percent shooter from the field Brown and Bobcats managing partner Michael Jordan both applauded the improvement Felton made throughout last season. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Better Than Advertised Sep 24, 2009
Marvin Williams, Atlanta: Williams will always be the guy the Hawks drafted ahead of Chris Paul and Deron Williams, but for those who've paid attention he has been slowly but surely figuring it out on the court. He just turned 23 yet has already logged four NBA seasons, improving his rebounds and effective field-goal percentage (which accounts for the added value of three-pointers) every year while dramatically reducing his turnovers and fouls committed. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Deron Williams Illini Hoop Legends For Charity Aug 30, 2009
Deron Williams hosted the second annual Illini Hoop Legends for Charity Dinner and Auction Friday night at the I Hotel and Conference Center in Champaign. The event, part of the Deron Williams Point of Hope Foundation, raised money for local charities as well as the Illini Men's Basketball Program. (Fightingillini.com)
Deron Williams Charity Dinner/Golf In C-U Aug 27, 2009
com staffDate: Aug 26, 2009 Former Illini basketball star Deron Williams continues to give back to his university. This weekend, Deron is hosting a charity dinner and auction plus a golf outing in Champaign-Urbana to raise funds for his Point Of Hope Foundation. (IlliniBoard.com)
Illinois getting ready for year's first opponent Aug 26, 2009
DERON RETURNS Former Illini basketball star Deron Williams plans to be back on campus this weekend to play host to the Illini Hoop Legends for Charity Dinner on Friday and his own golf outing on Saturday ... The dinner will be attended by a who s who of Illini basketball players and coaches and will raise money for the Illini men s basketball program and local charities through the Deron Williams Point of Hope Foundation. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
U of I trustees who resigned push to get jobs back Aug 22, 2009
"It would be a very sad day for me personally, but more importantly, for the university to let Dave Dorris not be associated with such a fine institution," former Illinois basketball player and current Utah Jazz star Deron Williams wrote to Quinn in a letter obtained by The Associated Press. "He obviously loves the University of Illinois and has proven that with years of dedication and service.". (The Pantagraph newspaper)
True or False in Hawksville! Aug 20, 2009
As for Roy, CP3, Deron Williams, all are younger than Joe, two of them could have been Joe s teammates, but they all have ascended to the tag the MAN on their teams. They all have an inside presence to go too (Chandler now Okafor, LaMarcus Aldridge, & Boozer)and they all are capable of taking a game over on a more consistent basis than Joe. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Williams and Stricker Returning to Campus to Host Fundraising Events Aug 12, 2009
Deron Williams returns to campus Aug. 28-29 to host a charity dinner and auction and golf classic ... Deron Williams and Steve Stricker will visit campus later this month to participate in charity events on the University of Illinois campus ... Deron Williams will host the Illini Hoop Legends For Charity Dinner and Auction on Friday, Aug. 28 at 6 pm at the I Hotel and Conference Center in Champaign, followed by a Golf Classic on Saturday, Aug. 29 at Noon at Stone Creek Golf Club in Urbana. (Fightingillini.com)
ScottHoward-CooperInside The NBA School's back in session with offseason grades for all 30 clubs. Aug 7, 2009
They locked up Mehmet Okur, they matched Portland's brutal front-loaded offer sheet on Paul Millsap, and they drafted a point guard at No. 20, Eric Maynor, with the composure and decision-making skills to back up Deron Williams. What remains to be seen is how Utah resolves the Carlos Boozer situation, the decision that may ultimately determine the success or failure of the offseason. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Expect only few new faces for Team USA Jul 30, 2009
Jason Kidd won't return for the 2012 Olympics, so Deron Williams or Chris Paul will take the starting job. Someone will then have to fill the third point guard spot, and Rose and Russell Westbrook are the best candidates. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Vacation visions Jul 28, 2009
He did some things as a young point guard that we hadn t seen on our practice floor since Chris Paul and Deron Williams were here for predraft workouts, one Hawks assistant coach told me last week. That s as strong a statement as I ve heard from anyone in the Hawks camp regarding a young point guard. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)