Lamar Odom is making headlines once again, but this time it’s about seeking help rather than scoring on the court. After a recent DUI arrest, the former NBA star has checked into a 30-day rehabilitation program at the iRely Recovery facility in Los Angeles. His decision to seek professional treatment comes from feeling triggered by an encounter with law enforcement, leading him to confront past issues he’s been struggling with for years.
According to his manager, Gina Rodriguez, Odom wants to quit marijuana in hopes of avoiding a relapse into harder drugs. While he previously stated that alcohol and narcotics didn’t play a role in his arrest, it seems he’s taking no chances as he addresses his mental health. Given his history of health issues, including a near-fatal overdose experience in 2015, Odom’s path to recovery is a serious journey. One can only hope that this step leads him back to the clean, clear life he’s aiming for, rather than another pitfall on a bumpy road to redemption.
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