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Jaylin Williams Is the NBA’s Last Active Player Wearing No. 6

The Thunder big man enters training camp keeping a grandfathered jersey number following DeAndre Jordan’s departure.

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Overview

  • After DeAndre Jordan left Denver, Williams stands as the only active NBA player still wearing the number.
  • The NBA retired Bill Russell’s No. 6 across the league in 2022 and grandfathered existing wearers.
  • Oklahoma City’s 2025–26 training camp roster lists Williams with No. 6.
  • Williams said he is honored to carry the number in tribute to Bill Russell.
  • He averaged 5.1 points last season and was part of the Thunder’s 2025 championship team, then signed a three-year, $24 million extension this offseason.