Grant Williams came into the 2022-23 NBA season riding the crest of a wave. Following a disappointing sophomore year for the Boston Celtics, Williams bounced back in emphatic fashion, positioning himself as one of the best young three-and-d wings in the NBA. However, following the 2023 All-Star break, Williams fell out of Joe Mazzulla‘s rotation.
Last summer, Williams failed to agree a contract extension with Boston, meaning he entered this summer as a restricted free agent. Failure to secure Williams’ long-term future last summer allowed the Dallas Mavericks to swoop in and sign Williams to an offer sheet, leading to a sign-and-trade.
