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Grant Williams talks about his decision to declare for the NBA Draft

Grant Williams’ decision to declare for the 2019 NBA Draft paid off last Thursday night. The former Tennessee star went 22nd overall to the Boston Celtics after putting together a legendary career in Knoxville.

His decision was expected at the end of the year, but analysts and fans were split on whether or not Williams should keep his name in after the process. Clearly the information and feedback that he received was spot on.

“Honestly I went into the process open minded,” Williams told the Boston media. “That’s how I took it every year.