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Kiana Williams

Who is Kiana Williams?

Kiana Williams is an American professional basketball player and NCAA champion best known for her time at Stanford University, where she was a key leader and sharpshooter. Drafted into the WNBA in 2021, Williams has also played overseas while continuing her professional career. She is widely recognized for her three-point shooting, clutch play, and ability to command the floor as a guard.

Quick Facts: Kiana Williams

Detail Information
Full Name Kiana Williams
Born August 16, 1998 (Age: 26)
Hometown San Antonio, Texas
Nationality American
Height 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Position Guard
High School Wagner High School (San Antonio, TX)
College Stanford University (2017–2021)
WNBA Draft 2021 – 2nd Round, 18th Overall (Seattle Storm)
Current Status Professional player, overseas experience
Jersey Number #23 (college), varied in pro career
Major Honors NCAA Champion (2021), Stanford’s all-time leader in three-pointers (311), McDonald’s All-American (2017)
Career Highlights 1,834 career points at Stanford, NCAA Tournament MOP (Alamo Regional 2021)
Social Media @kiana__williams (Instagram, Twitter/X)

Early Life

Kiana Williams was born on August 16, 1998, in San Antonio, Texas. She attended Wagner High School, where she became one of the top guards in the nation. Williams was a McDonald’s All-American and ranked among the best recruits of her class.

She chose Stanford University, where she played from 2017 to 2021. At Stanford, Williams developed into one of the most reliable guards in the country. She finished her career with 1,834 career points and 311 made three-pointers, setting a program record at the time. Williams helped lead Stanford to the 2021 NCAA Championship, earning Most Outstanding Player of the Alamo Regional during the tournament run.

WNBA Career

Williams was drafted in the 2nd Round, 18th overall in the 2021 WNBA Draft by the Seattle Storm.

  • Rookie Season (2021): Appeared in 14 games for the Storm, providing backcourt depth and perimeter shooting.

  • Overseas Play: After her rookie season, Williams continued her professional career in international leagues, where she showcased her scoring ability and experience gained from Stanford.

Though her WNBA career has been limited, Williams remains a respected name due to her college legacy and potential to return to the league in the future.