Mark Oluwafemi Williams is a talented American professional basketball player who plays center for the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA as of 2024. Born on December 16, 2001, Williams stands at 7 feet tall. The Charlotte Hornets selected Williams as the 15th overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft. His breakthrough came on February 10, 2023, when he earned his first career start following Mason Plumlee's trade.
Williams' performance continued into the 2023-24 season, where he set a Hornets record with 15 offensive rebounds in a single game against the Washington Wizards on November 10, 2023. In that same game, he posted a stat line of 21 points and 24 total rebounds. Although his second season was shortened due to a back injury sustained against the Brooklyn Nets, Williams still managed to improve his statistics, averaging 12.7 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per game. Before his NBA career, Williams played college basketball at Duke University. His college career was highlighted by earning All-ACC Tournament second-team honors in his freshman year and recording 110 blocked shots in his sophomore season, which ranks as the fourth-most in a single season in Duke's history.
What is Mark Williams’ nationality?
Mark Williams holds American nationality.
Mark Williams’ Hometown
Mark Williams’ Birthplace
Mark Williams was born on December 16, 2001, in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, VA.
FAQs on Mark Williams Nationality
A. Mark Williams is 22 years old as of October 2024. He was born on December 16, 2001.
A. Mark Williams plays for the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA.
A. Mark Williams plays as Center position.
A. Mark Williams wears #5 number for the Charlotte Hornets.
