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Former Maccabi Tel Aviv Forward Derek Williams Signs One-Year Deal with AEK Athens
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First reported by N12 · 1 hour ago
What happened
Derek Williams, former Maccabi Tel Aviv forward, returns to European basketball by signing a one-year deal with AEK Athens after a year off. He last played in Europe in 2022/23 with Panathinaikos and brings extensive international experience to his new club.
- 01Derek Williams signs a one-year contract with AEK Athens, returning to Europe after a year off.
- 02Williams last played in Europe during the 2022/23 season with Panathinaikos.
- 03He averaged 9.6 points and 3.5 rebounds per game in his season with Maccabi Tel Aviv.
- 04Williams was the second pick in the NBA draft and played for Bayern Munich, Fenerbahce, and Valencia.
- 05AEK Athens roster includes veterans Lucas Lavicius, Greg Brown, and Frank Bartley alongside Williams.
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