Sly Williams Stats: NBA Career


Sly Williams headshot, wearing the NBA team jersey
Welcome to the profile page of Sly Williams, a former NBA basketball player who made his mark on the court during his time with the New York Knicks, Atlanta Hawks, and Boston Celtics. With an intriguing career spanning from the 1979-80 season to the 1985-86 season, Sly Williams left a lasting impact in the basketball world.
During his career, Sly Williams played a total of 305 games, showcasing his skills and basketball IQ on the court. His dedication and passion for the game were evident in th...e 6617 minutes he played, always giving his all for his team. Williams was not afraid to take shots, with 2765 goals attempted and 1322 goals made, boasting an impressive goal percentage of approximately 47.8%.
One of Williams' strengths on the court was his ability to draw fouls and get to the free-throw line. Throughout his career, he attempted 971 free throws, making 672 of them. His skill and consistency at the free-throw line earned him a free-throw percentage that undoubtedly contributed to his team's success.
Rebounds were another area where Sly Williams excelled, showcasing his versatility and tenacity on the court. He grabbed a total of 1287 rebounds, with 798 of them being defensive rebounds and 489 offensive rebounds. Williams' ability to secure rebounds on both ends of the court played a crucial role in his team's performance.
In addition to his scoring and rebounding prowess, Sly Williams also had a knack for setting up his teammates for success. With 603 assists over his career, Williams displayed his court vision and unselfish play, always looking to create opportunities for those around him.
Defensively, Williams was a force to be reckoned with, amassing a total of 328 steals and 55 blocks. His defensive instincts and quick hands made him a disruptive presence on the court, often causing turnovers and creating scoring opportunities for his team.
When it came to scoring, Sly Williams was a reliable and consistent contributor, amassing a total of 3327 points throughout his career. His scoring ability, coupled with his all-around skill set, made him a valuable asset to any team he played for.
Although Sly Williams is no longer active in the NBA, his legacy lives on through his impressive statistics and memorable performances on the court. His time with the New York Knicks, Atlanta Hawks, and Boston Celtics left an indelible mark on the basketball world, showcasing his talent, passion, and dedication to the game.
To truly appreciate the impact Sly Williams had during his NBA career, delve deeper into the statistics and charts on this page. Explore his scoring, rebounding, assists, steals, and blocks to gain a comprehensive understanding of the player behind the numbers. Sly Williams' story is one of perseverance, hard work, and love for the game, making him a player worth remembering in the annals of NBA history.

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Games Played

Sly Williams Games–Played Career Chart

Points

Sly Williams Points Career Chart

Assists

Sly Williams Assists Career Chart

Rebounds

Sly Williams Rebounds Career Chart

Steals

Sly Williams Steals Career Chart

Minutes Played

Sly Williams Minutes–Played Career Chart

Turnovers

Sly Williams Turnovers Career Chart

Blocks

Sly Williams Blocks Career Chart

Sly Williams Career Stats Table


  SEASON TEAM AGE GP GS MIN FGM FGA FG % FG3M FG3A FG3 % FTM FTA FT % OREB DREB REB AST STL BLK TOV PF PTS
1 1979-80 NYK 22 57 nan 556 104 267 39.0% 0 4 0.0% 58 90 64.4% 65 56 121 36 19 8 49 73 266
2 1980-81 NYK 23 67 nan 1,976 349 708 49.3% 2 8 25.0% 185 268 69.0% 159 257 416 180 116 18 141 199 885
3 1981-82 NYK 24 60 27 1,521 349 628 55.6% 2 9 22.2% 131 173 75.7% 100 127 227 142 77 16 114 153 831
4 1982-83 NYK 25 68 6 1,385 314 647 48.5% 2 19 10.5% 176 259 68.0% 94 196 290 133 73 3 133 166 806
5 1983-84 ATL 26 13 1 258 34 114 29.8% 1 9 11.1% 36 46 78.3% 19 31 50 16 14 1 18 33 105
6 1984-85 ATL 27 34 20 867 167 380 43.9% 4 15 26.7% 79 123 64.2% 45 123 168 94 28 8 78 83 417
7 1985-86 BOS 28 6 0 54 5 21 23.8% 0 4 0.0% 7 12 58.3% 7 8 15 2 1 1 7 15 17

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