Lamar Odom-Done in the Dark

Beethoven · Post #21 » by **Beethoven** » Thu Jul 27, 2017 6:16 pm

Lamar could have been a huge superstar. On the Lakers he showed many flashes of absolute athletic brilliance. Long like Durant and not really high flying but more ballet like gliding moves.

He was wonderful to watch and my wife (who doesn't know too much about bball) said she thinks he is the most athletically gifted of the championship teams. "Why doesn't he do this stuff more?" Is what she would say about him.

Lamak · Post #22 » by **Lamak** » Thu Jul 27, 2017 6:16 pm

Great article and good inside look at the sometimes hollow lives of rich and famous people

dorkestra · Post #23 » by **dorkestra** » Thu Jul 27, 2017 6:16 pm

It's great that he was brave enough to put all of this information out there about himself - because it can help raise awareness about addiction and also show others who are going through it that they are not alone in their pain. Addiction is a pretty widespread problem and can affect anyone. It's good to remove the stigma of "Addict = Bad Guy".

BeKuK · Post #24 » by **BeKuK** » Thu Jul 27, 2017 6:20 pm

Wish him nothing but the best. Sad and powerful Story!

jptremblay · Post #25 » by **jptremblay** » Thu Jul 27, 2017 6:37 pm

PKABOOICU wrote:
Slava wrote:Sounds the like the man won 6th man of the year and two NBA rings while doing coke regularly.

imagine him being sober and focused on the game...he was a lethal, versatile player...sad that he'll be overlooked when people discuss versatile players like KG and Lebron...Odom had the talent to be in those conversations.

Lebron, Giannis, Ben Simmons...forwards that play like point guards...all of them came after Lamar, the guy who started it that trend after Magic.

akhan786 · Post #26 » by **akhan786** » Thu Jul 27, 2017 6:40 pm

"It’s like taking my vitamins."

I love that line and approach to self-care.

britblazerdude · Post #27 » by **britblazerdude** » Thu Jul 27, 2017 6:43 pm

My first NBA game, Blazers v. Clippers, November 3rd, 1999. Odom. Was so young and a great talent. Had 23 points that night per basketball reference. Sad to see the way life has taken him, especially for someone that appears so likeable. I wish him the best moving forward and glad he has support.

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PKABOOICU · Post #28 » by **PKABOOICU** » Thu Jul 27, 2017 10:23 pm

My favorite game from Odom was against Lebron and the Cavs. 28 points and 17 rebounds. Absolutely handed it to them.

Watch on YouTube

NYKat · Post #29 » by **NYKat** » Thu Jul 27, 2017 11:01 pm

Great to hear from the man himself, really personalized his battle.

spacemonkey · Post #30 » by **spacemonkey** » Fri Jul 28, 2017 12:14 am

Lamak wrote:Great article and good inside look at the sometimes hollow lives of rich and famous people

The part that struck me was being in a random motel room with some random girl. It's just... about as unglamarous as you can get.

It's eating instant mac and cheese.

Slim Charlez · Post #31 » by **Slim Charlez** » Fri Jul 28, 2017 12:37 am

Good for him. He always struck me as a genuinely nice dude

JellosJigglin · Post #32 » by **JellosJigglin** » Fri Jul 28, 2017 12:46 am

Happy for Odom. Reading this just reaffirms why I've never done coke. I think I'd like it too much. I've seen people go through similar downward spirals IRL. Odom is lucky as hell.

TheWolfoftheNBA · Post #33 » by **TheWolfoftheNBA** » Fri Jul 28, 2017 12:50 am

Super chill guy, but dude needs to take responsibility for his actions.

TheWolfoftheNBA · Post #34 » by **TheWolfoftheNBA** » Fri Jul 28, 2017 12:50 am

Odom tried cocaine in Rhode Island too. Lol not when he was 24.

Yin Porzingod · Post #35 » by **Yin Porzingod** » Fri Jul 28, 2017 2:30 am

What a way to throw away your career Odom

AmusingFiddle · Post #36 » by **AmusingFiddle** » Fri Jul 28, 2017 3:24 am

I couldn't hold back a few tears. I know the pain of losing a child. It stays with you forever. Doesn't go away with time.

I hope he can find some peace and normalcy in his life.

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AmusingFiddle · Post #37 » by **AmusingFiddle** » Fri Jul 28, 2017 3:26 am

On a side note. Many transient people are addicts. Don't judge them for asking for money to get high. Addiction is a horrible thing.

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Mylie10 · Post #38 » by **Mylie10** » Fri Jul 28, 2017 3:28 am

I always really like Lamar. Addiction is such a bitch. It completely takes over your life. Only a lucky few make it out and back.

Prayers for you Lamar

goodboy · Post #39 » by **goodboy** » Fri Jul 28, 2017 3:48 am

PKABOOICU wrote:
Slava wrote:Sounds the like the man won 6th man of the year and two NBA rings while doing coke regularly.

imagine him being sober and focused on the game...he was a lethal, versatile player...sad that he'll be overlooked when people discuss versatile players like KG and Lebron...Odom had the talent to be in those conversations.

He would've been a better version of Dray imo.

carlquincy · Post #40 » by **carlquincy** » Fri Jul 28, 2017 5:01 am

Very very nice read.

As a Lakers fan, it does give me a perspective of how the CP3 trade ruined the relationship between him and the Lakers.

Lamar seemed to be a universally liked player. All the best to him, and his demons.

Also, for all the **** khloe kardashian is getting, at least shes there when Odom needed her.