Memphis basketball signee Lance Williams has recently pleaded not guilty to gun charges. The charges stem from an incident in which Williams was accused of possessing a stolen firearm.
Williams, a 6-foot-7 forward from Georgia, was arrested in late April after police officers found a stolen gun in his car. He was charged with possession of a stolen firearm and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.
Williams’ attorney, Michael Schiavone, entered the not guilty plea on his behalf in a Georgia court. Schiavone also argued that the gun was not in Williams’ possession at the time of the arrest, and that Williams had no knowledge that the gun was in his car.
The incident has caused some concern for Memphis basketball fans, as Williams was expected to be an important part of the team’s future. Williams was rated as a four-star recruit by ESPN, and was expected to contribute immediately to the Tigers’ lineup.
Memphis head coach Tubby Smith has expressed his support for Williams, saying that he believes the player is innocent until proven guilty. Smith also said that he will continue to support Williams throughout the legal process.
It remains to be seen how this incident will affect Williams’ future with Memphis basketball. For now, Williams is expected to remain enrolled at the school while his case is pending.
No matter the outcome of this case, it is clear that gun violence is an issue that needs to be addressed. It is important for everyone to remember that guns are dangerous weapons and should be handled responsibly.
