Williams had five years left on his deal with the Pistons. “Monty Williams was blindsided today with his dismissal,” said Wojnarowski. Wojnarowski added that Williams could have played a role in the Lakers’ search if he were available earlier. “I’m told that he is not ready to necessarily just jump right into another job … he wants to coach again, but I think it’s pretty raw today,” added Wojnarowski
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