History of Jaylin Williams (basketball, born 2002) in Timeline
Jaylin Michael Williams, also known as J-Will, is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA. He was drafted by the Thunder in the second round of the 2022 NBA draft. Prior to his professional career, Williams played college basketball for the Arkansas Razorbacks. He is a relatively recent entrant into the NBA.
1975: Mother's Immigration to the United States
In 1975, Linda Williams, Jaylin Williams' mother, moved from Saigon, Vietnam, to the United States after the Vietnam War.
June 29, 2002: Jaylin Williams' Birth
On June 29, 2002, Jaylin Michael Williams, later nicknamed J-Will, was born. He is an American professional basketball player.
July 19, 2022: Signing with the Oklahoma City Thunder
On July 19, 2022, Jaylin Williams officially signed with the Oklahoma City Thunder after being drafted. He also joined the Thunder's 2022 NBA Summer League team.
2022: NBA Draft and Thunder Selection
In 2022, Jaylin Williams was selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the NBA draft and played college basketball for the Arkansas Razorbacks.
October 2024: Hamstring Injury
In October 2024, Jaylin Williams suffered a right hamstring strain, causing him to miss the remainder of the preseason games.
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