Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈe͡ɪsən wˈɪli͡əmz] (IPA) 
The name "Jayson Williams" is spelled /ˈdʒeɪsən ˈwɪljəms/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable "Jay" is pronounced with a "j" sound, followed by a long "a" sound. The second syllable "son" is pronounced with a long "o" sound and a "n" sound. The last name "Williams" is pronounced with a "w" sound, followed by a short "i" sound, a "l" sound, and a long "i" sound before ending with an "ms" sound.
Jayson Williams is a former professional basketball player who played as a power forward in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Born on February 22, 1968, in Ritter, South Carolina, Williams is widely known for his tenacious rebounding ability, defensive prowess, and leadership on the court.
Standing at 6 feet 10 inches tall and weighing around 230 pounds, Williams enjoyed a successful basketball career during the 1990s. He was selected as the 21st overall pick in the 1990 NBA Draft by the Phoenix Suns, and he played for the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Nets as well.
While Williams achieved considerable success on the court, his career was marred by legal troubles off the court. In April 2002, he was involved in a tragic shooting incident at his New Jersey mansion, where his limousine driver was accidentally killed. This incident led to a highly publicized legal battle and multiple trials that lasted for several years.
Ultimately, Williams pleaded guilty to charges related to the shooting incident, including aggravated assault and obstruction of justice. He was sentenced to serve time in prison and was released on parole in 2012.
Today, Jayson Williams is remembered for his basketball prowess as well as for the legal issues that interrupted his career.
"Jayson Williams" is a proper noun that does not have a specific etymology on its own. It is a combination of the given name "Jayson" and the surname "Williams", both of which have separate origins and meanings.
The given name "Jayson" is a variant of the name "Jason", which comes from Greek mythology. "Jason" is derived from the Greek name "Iason", meaning "healer" or "to heal". In Greek mythology, Jason was the leader of the Argonauts and was known for retrieving the Golden Fleece.
The surname "Williams" is an English patronymic surname, meaning "son of William". "William" is derived from the Germanic elements "wil" (desire) and "helm" (helmet, protection), combining to mean "resolute protector". It is a common surname of Anglo-Saxon origin.
