Published 14:26 IST, July 27th 2020
Lou Williams to be investigated after visiting club while away from the NBA bubble
As per ESPN, the league is investigating what Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Lou Williams did while he was away from the NBA bubble in Orlando, Florida.
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Los Angeles Clippers guard Lou Williams was among NBA stars who left Orlando bubble due to an emergency. While Williams was supposed to return before restart, an Instagram story of him partying with Jack Harlow was shared online after his departure. Though Williams ended up denying allegations, NBA will reportedly investigate Williams for his actions.
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Lou Williams at strip club: NBA investigates Lou Williams over IG story of him partying outside Orlando bubble
As per ESPN, NBA is investigating what Williams did while he was away from bubble in Orlando, Florida. purpose of investigation is to determine extent of his re-quarantining process. news of league looking into matter came after Willams featured in rapper Harlow's Instagram story while at Magic City club in Atlanta. Harlow (along with Williams) quickly deleted and denied existence of picture, saying he posted an old photo to reminisce as he misses Clippers star. However, in photo, Williams is seen wearing a mask NBA provided at campus in Walt Disney World.
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Reports add that 33-year-old player has been interviewed by NBA's security about his whereabouts. Williams apparently agreed to have visited club for a short period last week. He added that re were entertainers present when y visited. He furr revealed that he was attending a viewing for his late family friend's far Paul G Williams, which ended at 6 PM, after which he headed to club for dinner. He even retweeted a photo which said 'Long Live Pops'.
According to league's safety protocols, Williams was tested for virus every day he was away from campus. Upon returning, players will have to undergo a minimum four-day quarantine before being allowed to play and practice again. quarantine could also extend up to 10 or 14 days depending on event.
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Clippers head coach Doc Rivers stated that he cant share much about situation as he was t with Williams. However, he informed that guard was back, and y definitely did t enjoy or like photos that were released. Montrezl Harrell and Patrick Beverley were or two Clippers players who were secured to leave campus. Ivica Zubac and Landry Shamet are also currently available to play in Orlando.
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(Im source: NBA official site)
14:26 IST, July 27th 2020