Cleveland Cavaliers: Pre-ASG Player Grades

2016-2017 season averages (CLE only):

9.8 points, 0.8 assists, 3.0 rebounds, 0.3 steals per game

60.0 percent shooting on all field goals, 37.5 percent on three-point attempts

How Derrick Williams has performed prior to the All-Star break:

Derrick Williams hasn’t had to do much to be successful for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Much for a former second overall pick, in any case. Nonetheless, the fact that Williams can guard all five positions, handle the ball and play above-the-rim provide the champs with a player that has a  skill-set with similarities to LeBron James’ and that’s invaluable. With Williams on the team, the Cleveland Cavaliers are able to play position-less lineups that they’ll definitely want to use in the playoffs. Williams has been ultra-efficient, energetic and provided the Cavs with a spark since signing a 10-day contract.

Williams’ highlight of the season was on Valentine’s Day. On the first game after Kevin Love had knee surgery, Williams scored 13 points and had 6 rebounds while playing 23 minutes. He knocked down 5-7 shots from the field. His offensive rating of 147 was the third-highest of the team and his defensive rating of 110 was the lowest on the team.

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*All stats gathered from basketball-reference.com