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Atlanta Hawks guard Lou Williams said the 2021-22 NBA season is probably his last one. Williams didn't fully commit to retiring at the season's end, leaving open the opportunity to return. But he made it clear his mindset is that this is his final season.
Williams said, "I got drafted when I was 17. The NBA is all I know. But, as much as you think you are prepared, you aren't. And this is probably my last year. So, I'm getting mentally prepared for that."



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I recall reading that he was seeking a multi-year deal this past off-season. The fact he waited a looong time to sign a 1-yr deal with Atlanta as a 3rd PG tells me there isn't much of a market for him anymore. I hope he's started planting seeds for his next phase in life already. A lot of guys struggle with the transition from the league; he at least has the foresight to see it coming.

Jamaaliver wrote:I recall reading that he was seeking a multi-year deal this past off-season. The fact he waited a looong time to sign a 1-yr deal with Atlanta as a 3rd PG tells me there isn't much of a market for him anymore. I hope he's started planting seeds for his next phase in life already. A lot of guys struggle with the transition from the league; he at least has the foresight to see it coming.

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I fully expect him to play after this season. He has a few years left even at the minimum.

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