Where is Robert Williams from?

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Where is Robert Williams from
Robert Williams

Born October 17, 1997, Robert Lee Williams III is an American center/power currently signed with the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA. Williams’ basketball journey began at North Caddo High School in Vivian, Louisiana, where he emerged as a consensus four-star recruit and was the number-one prospect in the state of Louisiana. He then played two seasons of college basketball for the Texas A&M Aggies, where he was named a SEC Defensive Player of the Year in 2017 and 2018.

The Boston Celtics picked Williams 27th overall in the 2018 NBA Draft. Known for his elite shot blocking and rim protection skills, Williams was a part of the NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 2022. He scored his career-high 21 points against the Cleveland Cavaliers on December 22, 2021. After five seasons in Boston, Williams was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers on October 1, 2023, in exchange for Jrue Holiday.

Williams is currently on a four-year $48 million contract and is set to earn $11.5 million for the 2023/24 season. He will become an unrestricted free agent in 2026.

Robert Williams Birthplace

Robert Williams hails from Shreveport, Louisiana, U.S. He was born to parents Robert Williams and Tondra Williams on October 17, 1997. They are American nationals. He has one sister, Brittanni.

Williams was considered a top recruit during his high school days. He was the number one prospect in the state of Louisiana. He attended Texas A&M University for college and majored in recreation, park, and tourism science. He played two seasons at Texas A&M and won Co-SEC Defensive Player of the Year honors as well as USBWA All-District VII accolades during his time with them.

Which high school did Robert Williams attend?

Robert Williams went to North Caddo High School in Vivian, Louisiana. A prolific basketball player during his time there, Williams was a consensus four-star recruit and the number one prospect in the state of Louisiana.

Where is Robert Williams from FAQ's

A. Robert Williams is from Shreveport, Louisiana, U.S.

A. Robert Williams was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, U.S. on October 17, 1997.

A. Robert Williams is currently 26 years old. He was born on October 17, 1997.

A. Robert Williams attended North Caddo High School in Vivian, Louisiana.

A. Robert Williams plays for the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA.

 A. Robert Williams can play both as a center and power forward.

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