BREAKING NEWS: Deron Williams Staying With Nets

By: Kels Dayton

Deron Williams has tweeted that he is staying with the Brooklyn Nets. “I made a very tough decision today,”  Williams wrote, and linked to a picture of the Nets’ new logo.

https://twitter.com/#!/DeronWilliams

Photo: NBA.com

Williams has agreed to a five-year deal worth approximately $98.75 million.

Yesterday, the team sent five players to Atlanta in exchange for  All-Star Joe Johnson, and the rest of his contract (4-years, $90 million).

Anthony Morrow, Jordan Farmar, DeShawn Stevenson, Jordan Williams and Johan Petro were all sent to Atlanta as part of the deal.

Brooklyn is also involved in lively discussions with Orlando about acquiring Dwight Howard, who has reportedly told the Magic that he only wants to be traded to the Nets.

Orlando G.M. Rob Hennigan confirmed that report.