Former New Orleans Pelicans head coach and current Oklahoma City Thunder assistant coach Monty Williams lost his wife, 44-year-old Ingrid, on Wednesday evening as the result of complications from a car accident she was involved in on Tuesday night. Williams was hit head-on by another vehicle that had crossed over the center line. The driver of that car died on the scene.
“The Thunder organization has heavy hearts tonight with the news of Ingrid’s passing,” the team said in a statement. “Words cannot adequately describe how deep our sorrow is for the loss of Monty’s wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with Monty and his family, and we will support him in every way possible. We know the entire community of Oklahoma City has them in their prayers.”
The Pelicans also released a statement after Williams was the head coach from 2010-15.
“The New Orleans Pelicans are devastated to hear the news of Ingrid Williams’ passing,” the Pelicans said in a statement. “Ingrid was beloved by the Pelicans organization and the New Orleans community and will forever be remembered as one of the most generous, kind and humble individuals we’ve ever known. Our thoughts and prayers are with Monty Williams and his family during this difficult time.”
Pelicans players Anthony Davis and Eric Gordon also sent along their condolences to Williams and his family.
Completely devastated. Ingrid Williams was like a 2nd mother to me when I got to NOLA. My thoughts & prayers are with Monty & the family
— Anthony Davis (@AntDavis23) February 11, 2016
Saddened to hear about the passing of Ingrid Williams. Condolences to Coach Monty Williams and his entire family.
— Eric Gordon (@TheofficialEG10) February 11, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to Monty and his five children. I can’t imagine how tough this time is.
