A new report has emerged about Charlotte Hornets star forward Grant Williams, suggesting that he personally invited streamer Valkyrae to his next game against the Lakers, fueling buzz on social media.

After holding a bold protest against head coach Charles Lee, Charlotte Hornets fans have another topic to reignite buzz on social media. The 27-year-old starting forward, Grant Williams, found himself at the center of conversation, and it’s not something about his on-court activity.

After coming from the Dallas Mavericks, Williams joined the Charlotte Hornets in 2024. Unfortunately, a season-ending torn anterior cruciate ligament in the meniscus limited his play on the court. He appeared in only one game this season, scoring nine points and eight rebounds while shooting 30% from the three.

Recently, Williams has drawn attention off the court. Streamer Valkyrae revealed that the Hornets forward personally invited her to attend his NBA game against the Los Angeles Lakers. “Grant was benched a lot, but every time he was on the court, we were rooting for him. Also, you know, they lost, but it’s okay, we met him afterwards, we took photos, I posted the story in my story, and it was awesome,” she said. “He actually invited us to go to the Lakers’ game on Thursday.“

The attention around Williams shifted beyond basketball. The moment sparked buzz online, blending NBA news with pop culture. Besides the chaos, the Hornets are going to face their next rival, the Los Angeles Lakers, and the team must expect Grant Williams to step in and make a significant contribution to bring the team success.

Grant Williams Showed A Sweet Gesture To The Whole Hornets Organization

Grant Williams (Image Credits: Imagn)
Williams established a tradition early in his NBA career of thanking not only his teammates but also team employees. Now with the Hornets, Williams continues the tradition by personally handing out holiday gifts. He surprised 410 Hornets and Greensboro Swarm employees with Beats by Dre Pill speakers, building on past gifts that included luggage, robes, and massages.

“I remember there were three or four suggestions,” Williams said. “And then I was talking to one of my good friends, and she was like, ‘Hey, have you thought about speakers?’ And I was like, ‘I tried to do headphones one year.’ I tried to do AirPods and Beats pods, or even just JBLs. And at the time when I was a rookie, it wasn’t affordable. But this year, when it became a little bit more apparent, I was like, ‘Ok, it’s possible then.’

He believes the entire organisation plays a role in a team’s success and deserves appreciation, from front office staff to security and operations workers.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.