Social media reacts to Brice Williams finding a home with the Detroit Pistons
Former Nebraska basketball star Brice Williams signed a contract with the Detroit Pistons on Friday afternoon. Williams will get a chance to continue his basketball career after a successful 2024-25 campaign with the Huskers. He averaged 20.4 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.1 steals per game. He also proved to be an efficient shooter, shooting 38.5% from three-point range.
Williams transferred from Charlotte before the 2023-24 season and quickly established himself as a key scorer for the Nebraska basketball program. He was able to acclimate himself to Fred Hoiberg's offense and provide scoring touch both from beyond the arc and with his midrange game.
Social media was excited for Williams to find an NBA home after completing a successful run with the Huskers. We've selected some of the best reactions from social media, which are available below.
Intrigued
Best of luck
Getting a dude
It starts in Detroit
All-Big Ten
Already has fans
Our reporting
Motor city
League bound
Former 49er
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