Williams retired in 2017 at just 33 years old, following a dismal performance in the Finals for the Cavaliers. In retrospect, Williams wishes he appreciated more his time in Utah with Sloan.

Is Deron Williams still getting paid from the NBA?

Deron Williams last played in the NBA in 2017 and hasn't played for the Brooklyn Nets since 2015, but the team still paid the point guard the final installment of his deal Tuesday to finally complete his contract with the organization, according to Anthony Puccio of Nets Daily.

What happened to Deron William?

After his tenure with the Jazz, he moved out east and joined the New Jersey/Brooklyn Nets. He would spend five seasons with the Nets and then finished his career with the Dallas Mavericks and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Williams finished his career playing in 845 games averaging 16.3 points, 8.1 assists, and 3.1 rebounds.