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AEK BC Signs Derrick Williams to Two-Year Deal
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AEK BC Signs Derrick Williams to Two-Year Deal

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • AEK BC has signed American forward Derrick Williams to a two-year contract through the summer of 2028.
  • Williams, 35, returns to Greece after playing for Panathinaikos in the 2022-23 season.
  • The signing aims to fill the void left by Ra'Quan Gray and strengthen the forward position alongside Greg Brown.

Greek basketball club AEK BC announced the signing of American forward Derrick Williams to a two-year deal, keeping him with the team until 2028. The 35-year-old's arrival aims to bolster the team's forward position, particularly after the departure of Ra'Quan Gray to PAOK.

Williams brings prior experience in the Greek league, having played for Panathinaikos during the 2022-23 season. His return is anticipated to be a significant addition for AEK as they prepare for the upcoming season.

AEK BC is pleased to announce the acquisition of Derrick Williams.

— AEK BCOfficial club announcement regarding the signing.

The club officially confirmed the acquisition, highlighting Williams's career, which includes being the second overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves. He participated in the NBA's Rising Stars Challenge and Slam Dunk Contest in 2012 and has played for several NBA teams, including the Sacramento Kings, New York Knicks, Miami Heat, and Cleveland Cavaliers. His NBA tenure also included reaching the NBA Finals in 2017 with the Cavaliers.

The American power forward has signed a two-year contract with the 'Queen', until the Summer of 2028.

— AEK BCOfficial club announcement detailing the contract length.
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