MEET THE GUARDIANS OF THE GAME.
James Williams
OFFICIAL #60
| NBA Experience | 9 seasons |
|---|---|
| Born | May 23, 1979 (Memphis, Tenn.) |
| Resides | Atlanta |
| HS | LaPorte HS (LaPorte, Ind.) |
| College | Purdue ‘01 |
James Williams has officiated 467 regular-season games and 19 playoff games over eight seasons as an NBA official. He also worked the 2013 NBA All-Star Game in Houston.
Williams served as an NCAA official from 2001-10. He also officiated two seasons in the WNBA, two NBA G League Finals and the 2010 NBA G League All-Star Game.
Williams graduated from Purdue University in 2001 with a bachelor’s degree in Law & Society and History. He was honored as an Outstanding Graduating Senior by the School of Liberal Arts.
The Memphis native and Chicago resident enjoys reading, sports, movies, travel, working out and biking.