Former NBA star Lamar Odom is celebrating 100 days sober — sharing an uplifting message with his nearly 1 million Instagram followers.
“There are days I don’t think I could make it,” the former Lakers star wrote Thursday. “But with God’s grace, the love of the people around me, and a commitment to myself, I’m still standing.”
Odom’s sobriety streak began in January, shortly after he was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence in Las Vegas.
Authorities claimed they pulled him over for going well over the posted speed limit of 65 MPH and he allegedly reeked of marijuana during the ensuing traffic stop. They also stated he failed subsequent field sobriety tests. The criminal case against him remains ongoing.
It’s unclear if the incident sparked Odom’s abstinence from substances, though he was nonetheless clearly proud of how far he’s come since the run-in with cops.
“To anyone out there fighting their own battles — whether it’s addiction, depression, or just trying to find your way — keep going,” Odom wrote on Thursday. “Better days are ahead. I promise. YOU ARE WORTH IT!!!”
Odom’s issues with substances have been well-documented — a Netflix film titled “Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom” recently dropped and it delved deep into the topic and how it related to his near-death experience in Nevada as well as his high-profile relationship with Khloe Kardashian.
Odom himself has also brought up the matter recently during a February appearance on Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady’s “Cousins” podcast. He explained to the NBA icons he used to have “cocaine summers,” and he believed it all ultimately cost him a spot in the Hall of Fame.
“I should be where y’all at,” he said.
In wrapping up his Thursday post, Odom asked his fans for their continued prayers.
“I appreciate every single one of you,” he said. “Thank you!!!”
