| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 5 October 1906 Rome, Kingdom of Italy |
| Died | 22 April 1981 (aged 74) Munich, West Germany |
| Nationality | British |
| Career information | |
| College | Springfield (1924–1928) |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Basketball Hall of Fame | |
| FIBA Hall of Fame | |
Renato William Jones (5 October 1906 – 22 April 1981), also known as R. William, or simply William Jones, was a British basketball executive and popularizer of basketball in Europe and in Asia. He held an honorary doctorate from Springfield College.[1]