Patrick Williams

Basketball player for the Chicago Bulls

Patrick Williams - Basketball player for the Chicago Bulls
Born

August 26th, 2001
23 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 2001, this basketball player entered the NBA after playing college basketball at Florida State University. Drafted as the fourth overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft by the Chicago Bulls, showcased potential as a forward. During a rookie season, averaged nearly ten points per game, contributing to the team's efforts. Played in the 2021 NBA playoffs with the Chicago Bulls, gaining experience in postseason competition.

Drafted 4th overall by Chicago Bulls in 2020

Averaged nearly ten points per game in rookie season

Competed in the 2021 NBA playoffs

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