A Los Angeles native who starred at Fairfax High School and West Los Angeles Community College from 2001-2003, Williams enjoyed a successful college career at Fayetteville State University. At Fayetteville State, the 27 year old averaged 15.7 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.1 assists as a senior. As a junior, Williams averaged 17.2 points, 7.2 rebounds and 3.4 assists. Prior to attending Fayetteville State, Williams averaged 29.6 points and 7.7 rebounds in 2002-03 at West Los Angeles Community College.

Williams played in the JBL Pro-Am League in 2006 and averaged 27 points. Williams also played in the Southern California Pro League in 2005 and averaged 22.0 points and 8.0 rebounds per contest.