ESPN sources report that the Memphis Grizzlies have signed guard/forward Vince Williams Jr. to a new three-year contract, with a reported value of $7.9 million guaranteed. Williams, who was the 47th overall pick by the Grizzlies in the 2022 NBA draft out of Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), is securing the most guaranteed money ever for a player coming off a two-way contract. In a corresponding move, the Grizzlies have waived center Bismack Biyombo. The financial commitment to Williams, who is also being mentioned in the context of #NBAAllStar2024, suggests that he is seen as a potential core piece for the franchise's future according to an ESPN story.
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The Grizzlies have signed Vince Williams Jr. to a multi-year contract.
Grizzlies officially waive Bismack Biyombo, announce Vince Williams multiyear deal. https://t.co/4emVOsOH1X https://t.co/rMelwOtf3b
ESPN story on Memphis Grizzlies G/F Vince Williams Jr. landing a guaranteed $7.9 million and a chance to be part of franchise’s future core: https://t.co/sZcY6UNYiX
Grizzlies signing Vince Williams to new deal; waiving Bismack Biyombo https://t.co/TtLcC9Zycy
ESPN Sources: Memphis Grizzlies G/F Vince Williams Jr. is expected to sign a new three-year, $7.9M guaranteed contract. Williams — 47th overall pick out of VCU in 2022 — is believed to be getting the most guaranteed money coming off of a two-way deal. https://t.co/fONdPlILrO
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