It was reported that Deron Williams wanted the Nets to release him so he could sign with another team. Apparently the rift between him and Lionel Hollins is so large and may be stemming from an incident where Williams had to be restrained from going after Hollins in a meeting meant for both parties to “air out grievances.” Makes sense why Williams no longer wants to be in Brooklyn.
Around AS break, sources say Deron Williams had to be physically restrained from going after Hollins during a meeting to air out grievances.
— Stefan Bondy (@SBondyNYDN) July 10, 2015