Williams was given a 10-game suspension without pay by the WNBA on Tuesday following a league investigation into her April arrest on two felony assault charges, one of which included a firearm. It was the longest ban handed down by the league for domestic violence issues, surpassing the seven-game suspensions given to Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner and Wings forward Glory Johnson.
"Based on the investigation, consultation, and a careful weighing of all the facts and circumstances, the WNBA determined that a 10-game suspension was appropriate," the league said in a statement, with its investigation including interviewing Williams and witnesses in addition to experts on domestic violence. "Among other factors, the WNBA took into account the nature and seriousness of the conduct at issue, including the involvement of a firearm. The WNBA will also require Williams to participate in counseling."