Many NBA stars did not have the guts to approach Kobe Bryant. You had to be of a different caliber with your game to earn his respect. However, for a retired Los Angeles Clippers and Lakers veteran, things were way easier. Using Bryant’s fear of traveling on flights, the 37-year-old managed to find a way to get closer to the 5x NBA champion. With a secret weapon, the former Lakers star had Bryant seeking him for help.

Flexing it on Paul George’s podcast, the 2x Sixth Man of the Year seemed a bit too proud of his bonding with Bryant.

Retired Clippers veteran shares why Kobe Bryant approached him during flights

Kobe Bryant was not an easy nut to crack. His colleagues and teammates tried their best to earn his respect and get a chance to talk to him. However, for Lou Williams, things were a bit too easy. The 37-year-old had a not-so-lethal weapon, which he often used to get Bryant’s attention.

While PG was sad about the missed opportunities with Bryant, Williams shared, “You know we play cards, so we sitting at the table. He sat behind us to the right on the window and you know I don’t like flying… So imma keep me a little tequila in my bag, you know, keep the nerves down a little bit. I’m the guy to come to if you want a little nightcap.” 

Well, Bryant was one of them who needed a little “nightcap”. The Black Mamba did not love traveling on flights either and always needed some tequila to overcome it. Going to Williams was his only option! 

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The 2x 6MOTY revealed, “I always used to be gambling. I just feel this little, little rib crack every once in a while. I look down it just be a cup. I just pour my dog a little something and he go back to read his book or whatever.” Williams, with a huge grin, added, “I supplied Kobe with the tequila,” as George couldn’t control his laughter.

That is definitely a proud moment for Williams. He simply used tequila to break the ice with the late legend. While the Black Mamba was as lethal as anybody on the basketball court, he wasn’t too confident about traveling on flights.

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