However, the comments made no sense because alcohol didn't violate the substance-abuse program. One of the most notable drafts in all sports is the 1986 NBA Draft. The NBA on TNT guys are always having fun on set at the expense of the current NBA players they cover or one another. Stephen Currys wife Ayesha and sister Sydel started their own wine line, too. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Cristiano Ronaldo tops our list. Anyone remember the NBA player who was a lifelong virgin? Not sure how much this answers your question, but I do know that last year in an interview with NBA radio on XM, DeMarre Carroll (same interview where he coined the Spurs east phrase) said one of the best ways Atlanta has a home court advantage is that a lot of visiting teams that come to town go out and party, since it is one of the most entertaining places for NBA players off the court. She said the support she got from other teams was 'overwhelming. Like with the Warriors, he would play just two seasons for Washington before signing with the San Antonio Spurs. The amount of work that goes into making a bottle of fine wine is astounding, so perhaps this similarity speaks to NBA players. I used to do everything and a lot of everything. Theyre into fine wine from the worlds top wineries. After the rapper struggled with dangerous addictions to both alcohol and drugs for many years throughout his early career, Eminem is finally making his way back to music sober with rumors of a new album dropping this fall. The famed comedian was quoted in a GQ feature back in 2014 that he doesn't drink or smoke and even went as far to demand that those with a drinking problem seek help in a controversial Facebook post. Here, we take a look at10 athletes with the most insane, inspiring, and sometimes tragic drinking habits. While its not clear if LeBron has followed suit, Portland Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum has even gone to the lengths of ordering a wine fridge to keep the temperature of his bottles regulated, and he keeps his room thermostat set at 60-degrees Fahrenheit when hes there and in the mid-to-high 50s when he isnt, so as not to spoil his bottles of grog,ESPN reports. Surprised? In late 1986, like the aforementioned Mitchell Wiggins, Lloyd was suspendedtwo-and-a-half years for testing positive for cocaine. In 2008, Charles Barkley was charged with two DUI counts and sent to rehab. Modern-day professional athletes areunder immense amounts of pressureandsometimes, a shot (or five) can help ease themind. He would then go on to play four subpar seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks, Seattle SuperSonics, and the Rockets (again) before retiring after the 1989-90 season. Bias reportedly signed a $3 million contract with Nike. Flying is never fun. "I tried really hard to be the social butterfly," the actress said after years of trying to find her place in the Hollywood party scene. Didn't someone say before that "flu-like symptoms" usually means hangover? Unfortunately for Best, his love for alcohol eventually developed into a full-on addiction, to the point where he was willing to steal money out of a strangers purse in order to buy himself a drink. In 2008, John Daly was taken into police custody after being found drunk outside of a Hooters in North Carolina. Carmelo Anthony not only enjoys wine, but he participates in blind tastings. So I'm sure that some players may have something in their contract if they have a history of going too far (I think even Ty Lawson did iirc), that still probably won't stop anyone. Known as one of the greatest soccer players of the 60s and 70s, George Best earned his reputation from a record 137 goals in 361 appearances for Manchester United. The actress entered rehab in 2008 and has been sober ever since. Here are 17 current and former basketball players that have smoked marijuana: 1. The actor discussed his sobriety in his GQ cover story back in 2013, explaining that at the age of 29 he felt if I continued it, I was really going to sabotage my whole life., According to Forbes, the supermodel once made a statement about her sobriety to her fans: I feel like Ive been very lucky because I dont really have an addictive personality. His six-year career was a disappointment and Bedford was a heavy drug user and never reached his full potential. The head honcho of the infamous Santa Rosa Five fueled his Oakland posses alcohol addiction with a two-room motel suitefilled with three fridges for himself and four of his Raider teammates notorious for their alcoholism. He later entered a rehab program and got sober. When my debut single [Bleeding Love] went to No.1, I celebrated with non-alcoholic champagne.. He returned to his room on campus at the University of Maryland. and i'm pretty sure he's a virgin too. The actor even brought a sober coach to the Oscars this year for support. Cristiano Ronaldo does not drink alcohol at all because his father died after years of alcohol abuse. Its hard enough recovering after games and back to backs but see how sore you are after you've been playing basketball and then drinking. Drafted: Seventh overall, Dallas Mavericks (1986), Career Averages: 12.6 points, 10 rebounds, 1.2 blocks, Best Season: 1990-91, Mavericks (20.4 points, 11 rebounds, 1.8 blocks). While the actor has continued to struggle with his alcohol addiction over the years, Afleck opened up earlier this year on his Facebook page in a post where he admits to completing treatment again in order to be the best father that he can be. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! His best season came during the 1990-91 year after he averaged more than 20 points and 11 rebounds per game. The NBA Bubble also known as the Disney Bubble or Orlando Bubble is the result of a US$170 million investment by the NBA to keep the season running in the wake of the global pandemic. A photo posted by Benji (@yashimodo) on Aug 19, 2015 at 9:33pm PDT, Sport: Basketball He was released and latched on with the Philadelphia 76ers. Tarpley was a star at the University of Michigan and was taken with the famous drug-induced 1986 NBA Draft. For what it's worth, Kobe and KD were drinking wine the night before their game this weekend. ", The Spiderman star has been open about his sobriety in many interviews, telling The Guardian "I stopped consuming any mind-altering substances when I was 19 years-old. While it seems natural that a an ice-cold beer and a heated game go hand in hand, some of these athletes quit drinking. I couldn't care less about the team strugg-a-ling," he said to the interviewer Suzy Kolber. The day after he was drafted, Bias and his father flew to Washington, D.C. for an NBA club draft appearance and a product endorsement signing with the Celtics' coaches and management. They don't have to be in peak performance mode until 7-8pm. They travel with wine or they bring empty wine cases to stock up when theyre away from home. 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It turns out that more than a handful of pro basketball players have a passion for wine and not just any old wine youd buy at a grocery store. The Iron Man star openly talked about his battle with substance abuse in his 2014 Vanity Fair cover story, revealing that he has now been sober for over 10 years. Who is the most famous athlete who has quit drinking? A photo posted by Golf Channel (@golfchannel) on Jul 16, 2015 at 7:46am PDT. Professional athletes rock ridiculous rigs all year round. the Scottish actor recalls of the time he danced for Iggy Pop in his dressing room that led to his decision to leave alcohol behind. The comedian explained in a interview with Marlo Thomas that ever since she experienced a choking incident with beer when she was eleven years old that she's been turned off to the substance ever since. Aug 9, 2021, 05:29 PM EDT. Some, such as Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos, have even seen unreal body transformations within the past year to the point where they not only look unrecognisable but put the rest of us to shame with what seems like an unachievable level of lean muscle mass. Shes put up with my defects of character as they call it. In an interview with The Telegraph last year the Harry Potter star discusses his long road to sobriety throughout the later years of filming the famed film franchise that led to his feelings now toward the substance. While it may seem like the world of professional sports should be pretty black and white by now, NBA players have a few more tricks up their sleeves. All Rights Reserved. J.R. Smith. Like his teammates Mitchell Wiggins and Lewis Lloyd, Lucas also had a problem with cocaine. Shaquille ONeal has never been one to shy away from a good time, but he likes to do it in a relaxed setting, without the alcohol. Bedford, one of the best players in Memphis basketball history, was thought to be a star when he got drafted by the Suns with the sixth-overall pick. Doubt there is an official "No Alcohol ever" policy on teams, but it's probably just common sense for most players and they hopefully know their limits. Shaq likes to smoke hookah and Shaq really doesnt drink, so when we get off work at 1:30 in the morning, we always have to go have a couple drinks because were so wired when we leave the studio. They actually thought beer was hydrating. Duality underpins practically everything about the brief existence of the KD, Harden and Kyrie Nets. Bedford was waived after the season and failed to sign with another team. The decision for Preston to quit alcohol and drugs arose when she wanted to focus more on her personal happiness as well being a better mother to her two children. Like Bedford, Tarpley was expected to be the next great, butthings just didn't pan out. After being drafted by the Suns in 1991, Dumas made the team, but was suspended for the entire season due to a failed random drug test. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. Smoking a cigar once in awhile is not the same as smoking a pack The British media mogul struggled with her alcohol and drug addictions the most when her parents, Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne, were experiencing life-threatening illnesses in the early 2000s. He was also an alcoholic. Drugs are and have been a big problem in sports, whether it be performance-enhancing or things such as marijuana, heroin, cocaine and so on. He was traded to the Bullets almost four months later, and was waived just four days after that. The incident propelled him to stop drinking. In 2014, Dennis Rodman cleaned up his act by checking into an alcohol rehab center to "decompress.". And I've been abstinent since then.". Ive never had any drugs, and I had a little taste of alcohol when I was 12 years old, but thats about it., This Sex and the City star was quoted in a passage by Marie Claire U.K. expressing how she didn't think she would make it past the age of 30. If you're an NBA player you probably dont want to drink a lot. Urban credits his wife, Nicole Kidman, for helping him the most with maintaining his sobriety. Clark, the 13th-overall pick, was expected to become a solid player in the NBA after attending the University of Nevada-Las Vegas. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I will say, 'Yes. Id just walk to the liquor store (near the stadium) and get it., A photo posted by SNIKLE (@g_e_elkins) on Aug 17, 2015 at 10:24pm PDT. In 1986, the Rockets faced off against the Celtics in the NBA Finals. In a 1994 issue of Sports Illustrated, Mantle explains that his breakfast of champions involves a big glass with a shot or more of brandy mixed with Kahlua and cream. Habit:Chugging a six pack of beer after every game (allegedly). But, rather than see these NBA stars as boozehounds who cant bear to go 3 to 4 months without indulging in some grog, there may actually be some method to it that can aid with their performance on the court. Please check your email for a confirmation. 40 Male Celebrities Who Don't Drink Alcohol. Robert Downey Jr., Samuel L. Jackson, and Rob Lowe are among a large cast of A-listers who are committed to sobriety. Some people abstain from alcohol because of serious addiction. Others do it because booze just doesn't jive with their lifestyle. They certainly weren't getting wasted, but I doubt anyone really tells these guys what to do.