Lakers staffer halts Robert Williams III from honoring Jrue Holiday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 1:37 AM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
The Portland Trail Blazers faced the Los Angeles Lakers on November 4, losing 124-118 in a competitive game. Following the contest, an interaction between a Lakers staff member and Blazers' Robert Williams III drew attention. Williams attempted to secure the game ball after teammate Jrue Holiday moved into the NBA's top 100 all-time scorers, wishing to present it as a keepsake. However, a Lakers staffer informed Williams that the ball needed to be returned to the league, leading to disappointment for Williams and Holiday over the unfulfilled gesture.
- •Blazers lost to Lakers 124-118 on November 4.
- •Robert Williams III aimed to honor Jrue Holiday's milestone.
- •Williams stopped by Lakers staffer who insisted on returning the ball.
- •Holiday passed Steve Nash in all-time scoring with 12 points.
- •The interaction stirred conversation about player camaraderie and league protocols.
- 1:37 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Staffer’s Actions Toward Blazers Player After Game Spark Controversy
"The Portland Trail Blazers faced off against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night, suffering a 124-118 defeat in a competitive Western Conference matchup. However, an unusual postgame interaction involving a Lakers staff member and Portland center Robert Williams III has quickly become an interesting talking point.According to Jason Quick of The Athletic, Williams attempted […] The post Lakers Staffer’s Actions Toward Blazers Player After Game Spark Controversy appeared first on HEAVY.
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