Latest On Shelden Williams
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA -- Shelden Williams, a multi-talented and hard-working 6-9, 240-pound forward from Midwest City High School in Oklahoma, told us he is not close to making a decision.
"I still want to take my visits," Williams said. "I want to visit Duke, North Carolina, and Illinois. And I am giving some thought on visiting two more schools after that."
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Williams said he is also considering Syracuse, Oklahoma, Michigan, Kentucky and Kansas. "They all have a chance for a visit," Williams said. "I want to be totally sure on the school I will attend."
Williams is a terrific kid and athlete. He told us he plans on attending college. He has looked great thus far at the AAU Showcase here at the Walt Disney Complex (wide world of sports).
"My top three are Duke, North Carolina, and Illinois," Williams said. "Duke still has the slight lead. But this does not mean I am set to go there. Any rumors that I am about to commit there are untrue. I don't know how they get started. I think some people are just guessing."
Williams, who averaged 20 points and 13 rebounds per game last season as a junior, is a legitimate McDonald's All American candidate because he has an impact on both sides of the court.
Williams is one of the most sought after players and many believe he is the best player in this year's class of 2002. He plays tough inside and can go out and drop down the jumper. Williams is also a good defender, works hard on the glass, and blocks shots.
Williams displayed all of these skills yesterday here at the AAU Showcase.