Fly Williams: NYC Streetball Legend's Rise and Fall

James 'Fly' Williams was a streetball legend in New York City who never quite made it when it came to professional basketball. Sports Illustrated host Robin Lundberg spoke with SI contributor Kevin Armstrong who chronicled the wild journey of Williams, now in prison for running a heroin ring, about how 'Fly' views his past and life now.

James 'Fly' Williams was a streetball legend in New York City who never quite made it when it came to professional basketball. However, his story certainly didn't stop there as Williams has lived a very unique life. Sports Illustrated host Robin Lundberg spoke with SI contributor Kevin Armstrong who chronicled the wild journey of Williams, now in prison for running a heroin ring, about how 'Fly' views his past and life now.

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