DETROIT — Monty Williams is taking over the Detroit Pistons.
The team said Friday it reached an agreement with Williams to fill its coaching vacancy. Terms of the deal were not announced, but a person familiar with the situation told the AP on Wednesday night it was a six-year contract.
The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the move had not been announced at the time.
''After spending some time with Monty, it's clear that he's found a unique balance between achieving victory at the highest level while at the same time nurturing a culture of growth, development and inspiration,'' Pistons owner Tom Gores said.