Whew! A well-known name is back within the headlines—and never for the explanations fans were hoping. Former NBA champion Lamar Odom is making waves after a recent run-in with law enforcement that has people talking and checking for updates.
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Lamar Odom Arrested On DUI Charges In Las Vegas
Based on TMZ, Lamar Odom was arrested early Saturday morning (January 17) in Las Vegas on suspicion of driving under the influence. The outlet reports that Odom was booked on a DUI charge and in addition cited for 2 traffic violations, including driving greater than 41 miles per hour over the speed limit and failing to properly maintain his lane. As of Saturday afternoon, Odom was reportedly still in custody.
Mixed Emotions Fill The Comment Section
One Instagram user @raw_shotography said, “sad man. That after NBA life no joke.“
This Instagram user @ittybittywin added, “It’s very hard to remain clean yall. I’m 4 yrs sober and each single day it’s a battle.”
And, Instagram user @tierra_sotoptier commented, “Lamaaaaaarrrrrr….lamblamb, come on maaaaan“
Meanwhile, Instagram user @sirbuchanan wrote, “C’mon bro we actually rooting for you. Got to do higher 🤦🏽♂️”
While Instagram user @nubian_love_queen shared, “Boy y’all had my mind GONE for a split second! Lawd! 😭”
Lastly, Instagram user @sayred_37 added, “You have got all that cash and couldn’t call a driver ??!!!!“
Odom’s Past Struggles And Commitment To Sobriety
The previous Los Angeles Lakers star, who won two NBA championships during his profession, has been open about his long and public battle with substance abuse. Odom was previously arrested for DUI in 2013. And he nearly lost his life in 2015 after suffering a near-fatal overdose, an incident that drew national attention and involved his then-wife, Khloé Kardashian.
In recent times, Odom has shared that he recommitted himself to sobriety and has focused on helping others fighting addiction through advocacy and recovery work. At the moment, no additional details surrounding the arrest have been confirmed independently, and the situation stays developing.
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