Re: Williams

[bob@mymenus.com (bob miller)]

>I agree Williams became expendable, but only in the terms that he was the
>least important player who still had some significant trade value.  The
>Celtics as a company are not hard up for cash, and could easily handle
>paying all of the young potential stars (Mercer, Billups, Walker, and
>Williams) when they were due for free agency.
>
>A really troubling fact is that Williams agent says the Celtics never even
>discussed resigning Williams for next season.  I don't think money was an
>issue.

I think a major factor is Williams' coming into camp last year 30 pounds
overweight. He spent over half the year just trying to get into shape. Not
very professional behavior, and Pitino demands professionalism.