Nyika Williams

Nyika Nysanu Kyle Vohnnel Williams (ニカ・ニサヌ・カイル・ヴォネル・ウィリアムス, born July 9, 1987) is a Vincent-born Japanese professional basketball player for San-en NeoPhoenix of the B.League. He received a Japanese citizenship on April 19, 2019. He is difficult to guard because of his long arms and jumping ability.

High school career He joined his brother, Burton Williams Jr., in America, playing 12 months at Monsignor McClancey High School. Averaged 14.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, 75.0 percent free throw.

College career He played two years for Barton County Community College in Great Bend, KS, then, earned a scholarship to play at Pacific.

College statistics

Professional career He was voted AfroBasket.com All-Tunisian League Defensive Player of the Year in 2014.

Career statistics Led the league

Regular season

National team

Early cup games

Preseason games

Source: UtsunomiyaToyamaSendai

Personal He is the son of Burton Williams and Georgina Placida Williams. Nyika is the third of four children born to his parents. His siblings are Burton Jr., Enyinne, and Zena. He married his wife, Yuko Williams, on March 18, 2015. They have a son, Kyle.