From playing basketball at Kings Park as a young boy to winning an NBA Championship, Corey Williams' journey has come full circle!

On Wednesday, November 4, family, friends, community members, and local leaders gathered at the Kings Park Community Center (3283 Kingston Court) to officially dedicate its basketball court in honor of Williams, recognizing his accomplishments and the community where his love for basketball began. Click here to watch the full ceremony.

"Before Chicago Bulls, it was Kings Park," said his brother, Donnie Williams, reflecting on Corey's journey and the neighborhood that helped shape him.

Born in Twiggs County, Williams grew up playing basketball at the Kings Park Community Center and attended Northeast High School. His talent and dedication eventually took him to Oklahoma State University, where he helped lead the Cowboys to back-to-back NCAA Sweet 16 appearances in 1991 and 1992. He finished his college career with 1,320 points, ranking eighth on the school's all-time scoring list at the time.

His success led to his selection as the 33rd overall pick in the 1992 NBA Draft by the Chicago Bulls. Williams went on to become part of the Michael Jordan-led Bulls team that won the 1993 NBA Championship. His professional career also included time with the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Oklahoma City Cavalry, and playing overseas in Taiwan from 1995 to 1998.

Following his playing career, Williams continued sharing his knowledge and passion for basketball through coaching. For more than 25 years, he has helped develop athletes at several universities, including Oklahoma State, Oral Roberts, Florida State, Stetson, Arkansas, Texas Tech, and Auburn.

But despite all his accomplishments, Williams made it clear during the ceremony that Kings Park will always hold a special place in his heart.

"I was raised here in this community," said Williams. "You can't ever dream too big."

For Macon-Bibb County leaders, the dedication is about more than recognizing one athlete. It's also about investing in neighborhoods and inspiring the next generation.

"It's small things like this that spark and bring a neighborhood back," said County Manager Dr. Keith Moffett. "Think about the young man today that is playing on this court that can be in the NBA in a few years."

The newly dedicated court will serve as a reminder to young athletes that their dreams can take them far beyond their neighborhood, while still keeping them connected to where it all began.

"I'll always come back to Kings Park," said Williams.

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