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Knicks News: New York Misses Out On Grant Williams

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It’s been a fairly quiet offseason for the New York Knicks so far. At the time of writing, all the team has done is sign Donte DiVincenzo (4 years, $50 million) and trade Obi Toppin to the Pacers for a pair of second-round picks. It’s left a lot of fans wondering what exactly the plan is for the team, especially as they try to stay relevant in the Eastern Conference.

Of course, there’s been a lot of speculation about what the Knicks could be up to. Until recently, rumors had persisted about the team making a play for Paul George. However, those have been shut down after sources made it clear that George is looking to commit to the Clippers long-term. Furthermore, the Knicks have been linked to the Raptors’ OG Anunoby. Despite this interest, it is believed that Toronto’s asking price is currently too high for the Knicks to give the move serious consideration. Another player the Knicks were reportedly eyeing was Boston’s Grant Williams. Williams, the 22nd pick in the 2019 draft, has been a role player for the Celtics. He appeared in a career-high 79 games and averaged a career-high 8.1 points last season. However, a move to New York simply wasn’t to be.

Celtics Trade Williams To Dallas

Per ESPN, Boston executed a three-team sign-and-trade that sent Williams to the Dallas Mavericks. Williams was a restricted free agent, meaning that he could speak with other teams. However, Boston would have the right of first refusal to match any contract offers. Instead, the Celtics opted to sign Williams to a four-year, $53 million contract before shipping him to Dallas. The Celtics received two second-round picks from Dallas as compensation. Furthermore, the Mavs received two second-round picks from the Spurs. The Spurs received veteran Reggie Bullock and the right to swap 2023 picks with Dallas.

While not the biggest trade we’ve seen this offseason, it is certainly impactful for the Knicks. It’s yet another rumor that hasn’t come to fruition. Once again, New York is left out in the cold. Furthermore, their fans grow increasingly anxious about their lack of moves so far. The Knicks were a 47-win fifth-seed last season but they appear to be standing still while the league flows around them. Will that cost them next season? Only time will tell. However, for the moment, the Knicks look like they don’t really know what they are doing to become a true contender. Follow all the latest news about the Knicks and the NBA offseason here at HotNewHipHop.

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Jimmy Butler Trolls Al Horford & Grant Williams During Blowout Win Over Celtics

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Jimmy Butler taunted both Al Horford and Grant Williams during the Miami Heat’s blowout win over the Boston Celtics in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Sunday night. The two Celtics players had previously came at Butler during Game 2 of the series. In firing back on Sunday, Butler reused the same timeout taunt that Horford had done the game prior.

During Game 2, the Celtics had been leading the way in the 4th quarter when Grant Williams got in the face of Jimmy Butler. From there on, Butler dominated the matchup and lead the Heat on a clutch run to give them the victory.

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Jimmy Butler & Grant Williams

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MAY 19: Jimmy Butler #22 of the Miami Heat exchanges words with Grant Williams #12 of the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter in game two of the Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 19, 2023, in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

“He hit a big shot, started talking to me. I like that,” Butler said of his altercation with Williams after Game 2. “I’m all for that. It makes me key in a lot more, it pushes that will that I have to win a lot more. It makes me smile, it does.”

As for Game 3, the Heat came away victorious in their return to Miami by a margin of 128-102. Celtics stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown combined for 26 points on 12-of-35 shooting “I don’t even know where to start,” Brown said after the game. “It’s an obvious letdown. I feel like we let our fan base, organization down. We let ourselves down. And it was collective. We can point fingers, but in reality, it was just embarrassing.” Check out Jimmy Butler’s celebration below.

Jimmy Butler Uses Al Horford’s Celebration

With the win, Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat improve to 3-0 in the series. They’ll look to close things out on their home floor on Tuesday night. If victorious, they’ll return to the NBA Finals for the second time in four years.

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Grant Williams Goes In On NBA Officiating

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Count Grant Williams as another one not happy with recent officiating. Sixers head coach Doc Rivers expressed his concern with the officiating on Tuesday night, as well as Williams. The Celtics took a tough loss to the Sixers in a game where both teams were looking for momentum. Williams has been known to get under the skin of an official with his so-called “flopping.” However, this time, Williams felt he was being slighted the entire game.

“Later in the game, after Joel throws me across the face on the out-of-bounds play, no review of a flagrant, no review of nothing,” Grant Williams stated. “Then he proceeds to say, ‘How the f— do you call a foul on me in that position? That’s not a f—–g foul.’ And no technical foul. So it was like, OK, did I do something different from the other guys that led to me getting a technical foul? Or is it one of those things where I just need to shut up and dribble?”

Grant Williams Frustrated With Treatment By Officials

Williams believed the game was far too physical. As well as believing the officials only saw the physicality on one side. The Boston star claims he was given a technical for no reason. The technical only furthered his frustrations when, later in the game; he felt there were more missed calls. Grant seems to be focused on one major Sixers player when discussing missed calls. That name would be Joel Embiid. Embiid is chasing his first-ever MVP award. However, Williams could care less about something like that.

It’s not just Grant Williams. Many players have spoken about their disappointment with the officiating this season. Recently, Raptors guard Fred VanVleet called out an official by name. While it is never good for a player to do this, players want their voices heard. The officiating issues this season will most certainly be looked at this summer. What are your thoughts on the recent comments on officiating? Is Williams griping about a big bunch of nothing? Let us know your opinion in the comment section below. As always, stay right here with HNHH for the latest NBA news.

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