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Yorker
By Matt Moore / NBA writer
September 03, 2014 06:39 PM ET

Deron Williams leads Brooklyn, but doesnt feel like a New Yorker.

Deron Williams never volunteered to go to New York, originally. He was traded to the Nets in 2011 after a falling out with coach Jerry Sloan that saw the legend walk away from the game. A few weeks later, the Jazz unexpectedly pulled off a deal to send him to New Jersey, who was moving to Brooklyn. Williams re-signed with the Nets, based off the substantial money differential, the move to the city, and a greater chance of playing on a superstar team.

Williams had been talking about moving to a bigger market to team up with a star during the summer. And he got his wish. But it hasn't really worked out the way he thought it might. He's been saddled with injuries, hasn't had the kind of seasons he was used to in Utah when he was a top-five point guard, and has largely disappointed.

And now, courtesy of The Brooklyn Game's excerpt of an interview with something called "Resident" magazine, which is described as the "monthly magazine for the affluent and culturally savvy Manhattanite," it turns out Williams isn't a big fan of the city.

On being a New Yorker

I’m not going to lie. I don’t really feel so much like a New Yorker. I grew up in an apartment in Texas where you could send your kids outside like ‘yeah, go play in the sun.’ Here it’s more challenging. The process of getting them into school is a nightmare. Even private schools where you pay are an ordeal. In Utah, you just send your kids to the first public school in the area because they’re all great. Truth is, we enjoy getting away from the hustle and bustle and going back to Utah every summer. It’s a relief to take that timeout. No traffic. No crowds. My daughters still have their friends there. There’s a big backyard. They go to the pool; the playground and they jump on the trampoline. Kids running wild and free here in New York…? I don’t think so.

On what makes a New Yorker

Taking the subway… which, by the way, I love to take. Yes, of course I have a chauffeured car but the subway is way faster. Second thing is the New York/Brooklyn accent — which I don’t have. Third thing is New Yorkers are tough. Or at least they think they are.

Williams grew up in Texas (and had a chance to go back to Dallas when he was a free agent) and spent a huge amount of his career in Utah. He was part of a winning team there, one that made the Western Conference Finals at one point. Yeah, they hit a rough patch like most teams did. But you get the sense from these comments that maybe Williams ought to have been careful what he wished for.

That said, you can expect him to veer away from this course and talk up how much he loves Brooklyn and the city at his charity dodgeball event this month, and later at the Nets' media day.

But New York's not for everyone. And it doesn't seem like it's for Williams, either.

wow. what an idiot. its fine to think that stuff. this place isn't for everyone. but you stupid fool. you don't say that stuff. especially after you bitched your way outta utah in the first place. and then chose to resign with brooklyn after.

It is quite weird for Dwill to say this kind of things before public. What an idiot. I bet he wants to leave, again?

Its in a section called "Resident" magazine and he's talking about his kids.

Deron has not had much fun on the court and they still practice in Jersey.

ActionJackson wrote:

Yorker
By Matt Moore / NBA writer
September 03, 2014 06:39 PM ET

Deron Williams leads Brooklyn, but doesnt feel like a New Yorker.

Deron Williams never volunteered to go to New York, originally. He was traded to the Nets in 2011 after a falling out with coach Jerry Sloan that saw the legend walk away from the game. A few weeks later, the Jazz unexpectedly pulled off a deal to send him to New Jersey, who was moving to Brooklyn. Williams re-signed with the Nets, based off the substantial money differential, the move to the city, and a greater chance of playing on a superstar team.

Williams had been talking about moving to a bigger market to team up with a star during the summer. And he got his wish. But it hasn't really worked out the way he thought it might. He's been saddled with injuries, hasn't had the kind of seasons he was used to in Utah when he was a top-five point guard, and has largely disappointed.

And now, courtesy of The Brooklyn Game's excerpt of an interview with something called "Resident" magazine, which is described as the "monthly magazine for the affluent and culturally savvy Manhattanite," it turns out Williams isn't a big fan of the city.

On being a New Yorker

I’m not going to lie. I don’t really feel so much like a New Yorker. I grew up in an apartment in Texas where you could send your kids outside like ‘yeah, go play in the sun.’ Here it’s more challenging. The process of getting them into school is a nightmare. Even private schools where you pay are an ordeal. In Utah, you just send your kids to the first public school in the area because they’re all great. Truth is, we enjoy getting away from the hustle and bustle and going back to Utah every summer. It’s a relief to take that timeout. No traffic. No crowds. My daughters still have their friends there. There’s a big backyard. They go to the pool; the playground and they jump on the trampoline. Kids running wild and free here in New York…? I don’t think so.

On what makes a New Yorker

Taking the subway… which, by the way, I love to take. Yes, of course I have a chauffeured car but the subway is way faster. Second thing is the New York/Brooklyn accent — which I don’t have. Third thing is New Yorkers are tough. Or at least they think they are.

Williams grew up in Texas (and had a chance to go back to Dallas when he was a free agent) and spent a huge amount of his career in Utah. He was part of a winning team there, one that made the Western Conference Finals at one point. Yeah, they hit a rough patch like most teams did. But you get the sense from these comments that maybe Williams ought to have been careful what he wished for.

That said, you can expect him to veer away from this course and talk up how much he loves Brooklyn and the city at his charity dodgeball event this month, and later at the Nets' media day.

But New York's not for everyone. And it doesn't seem like it's for Williams, either.

I dont personally like D Will anyway. However he is from Texas i believe, which is a lot different than living in New York so i kinda get where is coming from

StarksEwing1 wrote:

ActionJackson wrote:

Yorker
By Matt Moore / NBA writer
September 03, 2014 06:39 PM ET

Deron Williams leads Brooklyn, but doesnt feel like a New Yorker.

Deron Williams never volunteered to go to New York, originally. He was traded to the Nets in 2011 after a falling out with coach Jerry Sloan that saw the legend walk away from the game. A few weeks later, the Jazz unexpectedly pulled off a deal to send him to New Jersey, who was moving to Brooklyn. Williams re-signed with the Nets, based off the substantial money differential, the move to the city, and a greater chance of playing on a superstar team.

Williams had been talking about moving to a bigger market to team up with a star during the summer. And he got his wish. But it hasn't really worked out the way he thought it might. He's been saddled with injuries, hasn't had the kind of seasons he was used to in Utah when he was a top-five point guard, and has largely disappointed.

And now, courtesy of The Brooklyn Game's excerpt of an interview with something called "Resident" magazine, which is described as the "monthly magazine for the affluent and culturally savvy Manhattanite," it turns out Williams isn't a big fan of the city.

On being a New Yorker

I’m not going to lie. I don’t really feel so much like a New Yorker. I grew up in an apartment in Texas where you could send your kids outside like ‘yeah, go play in the sun.’ Here it’s more challenging. The process of getting them into school is a nightmare. Even private schools where you pay are an ordeal. In Utah, you just send your kids to the first public school in the area because they’re all great. Truth is, we enjoy getting away from the hustle and bustle and going back to Utah every summer. It’s a relief to take that timeout. No traffic. No crowds. My daughters still have their friends there. There’s a big backyard. They go to the pool; the playground and they jump on the trampoline. Kids running wild and free here in New York…? I don’t think so.

On what makes a New Yorker

Taking the subway… which, by the way, I love to take. Yes, of course I have a chauffeured car but the subway is way faster. Second thing is the New York/Brooklyn accent — which I don’t have. Third thing is New Yorkers are tough. Or at least they think they are.

Williams grew up in Texas (and had a chance to go back to Dallas when he was a free agent) and spent a huge amount of his career in Utah. He was part of a winning team there, one that made the Western Conference Finals at one point. Yeah, they hit a rough patch like most teams did. But you get the sense from these comments that maybe Williams ought to have been careful what he wished for.

That said, you can expect him to veer away from this course and talk up how much he loves Brooklyn and the city at his charity dodgeball event this month, and later at the Nets' media day.

But New York's not for everyone. And it doesn't seem like it's for Williams, either.

I dont personally like D Will anyway. However he is from Texas i believe, which is a lot different than living in New York so i kinda get where is coming from

The first comment doesn't seem like a big deal. If Melo was on the Rockets and said he doesn't feel like a Texan, I don't think people would make a big deal.
The "tough" comment is harder to justify though.

Bonn1997 wrote:

StarksEwing1 wrote:

ActionJackson wrote:

Yorker
By Matt Moore / NBA writer
September 03, 2014 06:39 PM ET

Deron Williams leads Brooklyn, but doesnt feel like a New Yorker.

Deron Williams never volunteered to go to New York, originally. He was traded to the Nets in 2011 after a falling out with coach Jerry Sloan that saw the legend walk away from the game. A few weeks later, the Jazz unexpectedly pulled off a deal to send him to New Jersey, who was moving to Brooklyn. Williams re-signed with the Nets, based off the substantial money differential, the move to the city, and a greater chance of playing on a superstar team.

Williams had been talking about moving to a bigger market to team up with a star during the summer. And he got his wish. But it hasn't really worked out the way he thought it might. He's been saddled with injuries, hasn't had the kind of seasons he was used to in Utah when he was a top-five point guard, and has largely disappointed.

And now, courtesy of The Brooklyn Game's excerpt of an interview with something called "Resident" magazine, which is described as the "monthly magazine for the affluent and culturally savvy Manhattanite," it turns out Williams isn't a big fan of the city.

On being a New Yorker

I’m not going to lie. I don’t really feel so much like a New Yorker. I grew up in an apartment in Texas where you could send your kids outside like ‘yeah, go play in the sun.’ Here it’s more challenging. The process of getting them into school is a nightmare. Even private schools where you pay are an ordeal. In Utah, you just send your kids to the first public school in the area because they’re all great. Truth is, we enjoy getting away from the hustle and bustle and going back to Utah every summer. It’s a relief to take that timeout. No traffic. No crowds. My daughters still have their friends there. There’s a big backyard. They go to the pool; the playground and they jump on the trampoline. Kids running wild and free here in New York…? I don’t think so.

On what makes a New Yorker

Taking the subway… which, by the way, I love to take. Yes, of course I have a chauffeured car but the subway is way faster. Second thing is the New York/Brooklyn accent — which I don’t have. Third thing is New Yorkers are tough. Or at least they think they are.

Williams grew up in Texas (and had a chance to go back to Dallas when he was a free agent) and spent a huge amount of his career in Utah. He was part of a winning team there, one that made the Western Conference Finals at one point. Yeah, they hit a rough patch like most teams did. But you get the sense from these comments that maybe Williams ought to have been careful what he wished for.

That said, you can expect him to veer away from this course and talk up how much he loves Brooklyn and the city at his charity dodgeball event this month, and later at the Nets' media day.

But New York's not for everyone. And it doesn't seem like it's for Williams, either.

I dont personally like D Will anyway. However he is from Texas i believe, which is a lot different than living in New York so i kinda get where is coming from

Yeah, probably not the smartest thing to say but I don't think it's a big deal. If Melo was on the Rockets and said he doesn't feel like a Texan, I don't think people would make a big deal.
The "tough" comment is harder to justify though.

True, i dont agree with all his comments but i understand that being from Texas he is out of his "comfort" zone

This what he is paid big $$$ for.
Just finish you contract, get the money, and go home to enjoy it... and shut up.

arkrud wrote:This what he is paid big $$$ for.
Just finish you contract, get the money, and go home to enjoy it... and shut up.

Remember, its not like he had a press conference or was leaving a club and went on a rant. He sat down and was asked a question for a piece about living in manhatten.

I agree with him. I live on the Island for over 30 years now and the area I live in has changed so vastly that it is no longer safe for kids to basically be free. The traffic has increased 5 folds since and speaking honestly, I have been think about taking the family and moving from LI. The traffic has got to me also to the point I dread leaving to go places.

NYC has its perks but if you are going to raise a family in the city it's hard on the kids. The parents have to be on constant vigil. My best times came when I lived in Georgia and West Virginia and I was 7 back then and I remember hanging out side all day with my friends basically free to go anywhere. Not so much in NYC though it's to dangerous. My kids don't experience the type of freedom I experienced when growing up. I understand where D. Williams is coming from.

He's 100% correct in everything he says. However he is still a piece of shit loser

awww poor deron williams making hundres of millions and having trouble getting his kids into a good private school. go fuck yourself.

Do what everyone else does--work in NY live in CT. You have the $$$

If city life is not for him then he can do what Amare did and buy a house in Upstate NY. Well, kinda upsate. Amare bought a farm in Hyde Park, NY. He can do all the things up here that he can do in Utah. He can move his kids to Westchester County, Rockland County, Putnam County, Orange County, or Dutchess County and get the same effect.

BRIGGS wrote:Do what everyone else does--work in NY live in CT. You have the $$$

Or move to Chappaqua

BRIGGS wrote:Do what everyone else does--work in NY live in CT. You have the $$$

He must have a shitty agent

NYKBocker wrote:If city life is not for him then he can do what Amare did and buy a house in Upstate NY. Well, kinda upsate. Amare bought a farm in Hyde Park, NY. He can do all the things up here that he can do in Utah. He can move his kids to Westchester County, Rockland County, Putnam County, Orange County, or Dutchess County and get the same effect.

I agree. I have friends in Wappinger Falls, Dutchess County. It really is like Utah up there. He is not being guided properly by his agent and the people around him

gunsnewing wrote:

NYKBocker wrote:If city life is not for him then he can do what Amare did and buy a house in Upstate NY. Well, kinda upsate. Amare bought a farm in Hyde Park, NY. He can do all the things up here that he can do in Utah. He can move his kids to Westchester County, Rockland County, Putnam County, Orange County, or Dutchess County and get the same effect.

I agree. I have friends in Wappinger Falls, Dutchess County. It really is like Utah up there. He is not being guided properly by his agent and the people around him

Wow. I live in Wappingers Falls. It's beautiful up here. Great place to raise kids. Even though it is changing from when I initially moved here. It is more suburban now than rural. A little up north of here like Hyde Park, Millbrook or Rhinebeck still has a rural feel.

Just as an example...We have 2 Drive-In movies in Dutchess County.

That's bad ass. You are right Dutchess is more suburban. Seems like a great place to raise a family away from assholes of everyday life

I left 29 years ago. No regrets. Loved raising my kids here.
I loved growing up in BKN, Queens and LI but times are different.
Deron I thought embraced the city with his kids but its not working.
Knicks practice in Westchester but Nets in Jersey for another year, then brooklyn.
Dude rides the Subway, give him some credit. City life is a pain in the ass with kids.

He wants a big backyard? Guess he's never heard of Westchester County or suburbs in NJ and CT? Move to Greenwich, a-hole. Better yet: Move da phck back to texas.