Monty Eli Williams is an American professional basketball coach and a former player and executive who is the head coach for the Phoenix Suns of the National Basketball Association. Williams played for five NBA teams during a playing career that spanned from 1994 to 2003
Quick Facts Of Monty Williams
| Celebrated Name | Monty Williams |
|---|---|
| Age (As of 2024): | 52 Years of 2024 |
| Nick Name | Monty |
| Birth Name | Montgomery Eli Williams |
| Birth Date | 1971-10-08 |
| Gender | Male |
| Profession | Basketball Head Coach |
| Place Of Birth | Fredericksburg, Virginia, US |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Potomac High School in Oxon Hill, Maryland |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse | Indrid Williams (died) , Lisa Keeth (married 2017) |
| Children | Jana, Micah, Faith, Lyle, and Elijah |
| Height | 2.03 m ( 6 feet and 8 inches ) |
| Weight | 102 kg (225 lbs) |
| Net Worth | $9 million |
| Father | Tavares Williams |
| Mother | Joyce Williams |
| Awards | FIBA U21 World Championship – Gold medal (1993, Valladolid, National team), World Cup – Gold medal (2014 Spain, Team), Sager Strong award – NBA Awards Show (2017) |
| Famous For | the youngest head coach in the NBA at 38 years old |
What is Monty Williams Famous For?
– Was the youngest head coach in the NBA at 38 years old.
– Winner of the Sager Strong Award in June 2017.
Where was Monty Williams Born?
Monty Williams was born on 8 October 1971. His birth name is Montgomery Eli Williams. His birthplace is in Fredericksburg, Virginia in the United States. He holds American nationality.
He attended Potomac High School in Oxon Hill, Maryland. He later committed to play for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish men’s basketball team at the University of Notre Dame. At Notre Dame, he averaged 22.4 points, 8.4 rebounds during his senior season. He was an honorable mention All-American.
NBA Playing Career
The New York Knicks selected him in the 1st round with the 24th overall pick of the 1994 Draft. He was drafted despite a pre-existing heart condition.
He later played for San Antonio Spurs, Denver Nuggets, Orlando Magic, and Philadelphia 76ers.
He played 9 NBA seasons and 456 games averaging 6.3 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game.
He retired from his playing career in 2003 due to his chronic knee problems.
Coaching Career
He started his coaching career in 2005.
He won an NBA championship as a coaching staff intern with the San Antonio Spurs.
Portland Trail Blazers hired him as an assistant coach in 2005.
In 2010, he became the head coach of the New Orleans Hornets/Pelicans. He became the youngest head coach in the NBA at 38 years old.
He became the assistant coach of the U.S. National team in June 2013.
He left the Pelicans in 2015 and became the assistant head coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder. He was there only for a season.
He became the Vice President of Basketball Operations for the San Antonio Spurs in 2016.
He is also a member of the NBA Competition Committee.
He returned to coaching as an assistant coach for the Philadelphia 76ers in 2018.
The Phoenix Suns announced in May 2019 that they had agreed to terms with Williams to be the team’s head coach at the conclusion of the 76er’s 2018-19 season.
Who is Monty Williams Married to?
Monty Williams was previously married to Indrid Williams. The couple had 5 children together, Jana, Micah, Faith, Lyle, and Elijah. His wife, Ingrid died from injuries sustained from a car crash in Oklahoma City. Her car was struck head-on by a vehicle that crossed lanes after losing control.
How Tall is Monty Williams?
Monty Williams stands at a height of 2.03 m i.e. 6 feet and 8 inches tall. He has a bodyweight of 225 lbs i.e. 102 kg. He has an athletic body build.
What is Monty Williams’s Net Worth?
Monty Williams is a basketball coach and a former NBA player. He spent 9 seasons playing in the NBA and later became the basketball coach. He is currently an assistant coach for the Philadelphia 76ers and has already agreed to his terms to join the Phoenix Suns at the end of the 76ers 2018-19 season. He earns from his coaching career. As of 2019, his net worth is estimated at $9 million.