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At Charlotte:
A talented point guard who could make an immediate impact in that role. Known for his strength and leadership skills.
At Wabash Valley J.C.:
Williams was rated as the top junior college point guard in the country for head coach Toby Madison ... was ranked the #1 junior college point guard by Rivalshoop, JuCo Junction and Hoopmasters ... Overall, he was ranked as high as #5 by Hoopmasters and #7 by JuCo Junction, who both named him a preseason first-team all-America ... led Wabash to a 21-10 record as a sophomore, averaging 8.5 points, 3.1 rebounds and 4.8 assists ... shot 46% from the floor; 41% from long range and 82% from the foul line ... added 2.8 steals ... scored 25 points with seven assists and five steals in Junior College All-Star game in St. Louis prior to his final year ... played one semester at Mid-Plains Community College before enrolling at Wabash Valley, where he sat out before playing one season.
Personal:
Born February 10, 1985 ... parents are Jermayne Williams and Carlos Jennels ... has two sisters: Tiffany and Chawnte Williams ... majoring in sociology ... favorite NBA player is Kobe Bryant but Boston Celtics draft pick Rajon Rondo is a good friend.
COACH BOBBY LUTZ:
"Carlos is a natural point guard who has the ability to score but chooses to pass first. I think he is the best passer we have recruited since Sean Colson (school-record holder with 231 assists in a season). He is terrific in transition and can run a half court offense."
