Fort Smith dedicates street to Thunder's Jaylin Williams on July 9
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 9:02 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Fort Smith will honor Jaylin Williams by dedicating 'Jaylin Williams Court' on July 9. The ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. on North 23rd Street, adjacent to Northside High School, where Williams began his basketball career. The street naming follows an approval by the city to recognize Williams for his achievements in basketball and community involvement, as he has become a significant athlete for Fort Smith. City officials and community members are expected to attend the event, celebrating Williams' contributions both on and off the court as a player for the Oklahoma City Thunder.
- •Jaylin Williams Court dedication scheduled for July 9.
- •Event to take place near Northside High School.
- •Recognizes Williams' achievements as an athlete.
- •Williams was drafted by Oklahoma City Thunder in 2022.
- •City leaders and community members expected to attend.
- 9:02 AMYahoo Sports — Fort Smith to honor Thunder's Jaylin Williams with street dedication
"Fort Smith will dedicate Jaylin Williams Court on July 9, honoring the Northside graduate and Oklahoma City Thunder player for his achievements.
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