Chris Herren might not be a household name for NBA fans. But the 6’2” guard, picked 33rd in the 1999 draft, was one of many to suffer from drug addiction. He described it as “rock bottom.” His career as a hooper was stinted by drugs. And unfortunately, this is not an uncommon occurrence in NBA history. Former Lakers star Lamar Odom also suffered from drug abuse post-retirement.

After a near-fatal overdose in 2015, Odom has been on a path to recovery ever since. Opening his own rehabilitation center, the ‘Odom Recovery Group’ Lamar has been on a quest for change. That includes helping one of his longtime friends who recently ditched critical care.

Odom’s plea to a dear friend who has lost many battles to addiction

Former stunt performer and Jack*ss star Bam Margera has a great friend in Lamar Odom. The Lakers champion has tried helping the TV personality on many occasions. Having entered rehab on four separate times the star has had no luck when it comes to recovery.

Margera has had a history of alcoholism and is known to drink to “kill his boredom.”

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Earlier last month, Bam was once again trying his hand at recovery, detoxing in San Diego alongside friend Lamar Odom. But in a recent turn of events Lamar has made a public outcry, calling for his friend stating he is “Super Worried.”

Bam left the rehab without notice and was reportedly on his way to sin city. Given Margera’s history, it makes sense that the two-time champ was worried about his friend.

Bam previously escaped rehabilitation twice in June of 2022 and his newest getaway has simply been a repeat of his past actions.

Lamar Odom on if he’d spoken to Bam and how could he do better?

After Bam’s recent disappearance, Lamar was approached by TMZ. Odom spoke to the media outlet about the incident involving Margera.

When asked about their last conversation Odom replied, “I just wished him well, and I just wished him to stay strong, and I told him to ‘keep yourself surrounded by sober people‘.”

In his current state, Lamar believes family and friends could persuade Bam by showing up and supporting him. Whether or not they do, Odom’s actions speak loud and clear. He’s the kind of friend anybody would be glad to have.

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