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</html>";s:4:"text";s:38544:"I know Harrison Barnes drank the first time when he won the finals. #ItsAlwaysSunny, A photo posted by Liam Healey (@liamheels) on Jun 15, 2015 at 10:33am PDT, Sport:Baseball In 2008, Charles Barkley was charged with two DUI counts and sent to rehab. @jimmybutler @carmeloanthony #winelovers, A post shared by  dwyanewade (@dwyanewade) on Jul 10, 2017 at 5:41pm PDT. The trick didnt come from out of the blue; it supposedly worked forthe Titanic chef Charles Joughinas well. Our favorite Gossip Girl star revealed in her Allure cover story back in 2012 that not only does she not drink alcohol but that she's also never touched drugs. He would miss part of the 1992-93 season as well. In 1986, NBA commissioner David Stern banned Richardson from the NBA for life after three failed drug tests. 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. And I've been abstinent since then.". Shaq has always been one to do things unexpectedly, and in this instance, he surprised his co-workers by purchasing a hookah lounge. Bedford played just one season for the Suns before being traded to the Pistons just a little more than a year later.  He also led the league in steals in the 1984-85 season, perhaps the best season of his career. One famous baseball player even opened a clinic to help other athletes who struggle with alcohol abuse. Although I can't "prove it", if Shareef Abdur-Rahim Info Page and Nazr Mohammad are truly Muslim then both of them don't drink alcohol. He was released and latched on with the Philadelphia 76ers. It wasn't admired because it had many great players, but because four of the top seven players used drugs heavily (You will read about those players shortly). He was then traded back to the Rockets, where he was part of the 1986 team that made it to the Finals. Flying is never fun. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Richardson, although he had a solid career, could have become much more if he had just stayed away. All content  2000-2023  RealGM, L.L.C. Logic also admitted that he has struggled more with his addiction to cigarettes and other drugs. Drafted: Sixth overall, Phoenix Suns (1986), Career Averages: 4.1 points, 2.4 rebounds, Best Season: 1986-87, Suns (6.7 points, 4.9 rebounds). ?? In 2014, now sober, he opened The Darryl Strawberry Recovery Center to help athletes and individuals suffering from substance abuse.  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. He admitted to staff members that he had a cocaine problem. Smoking a cigar once in awhile is not the same as smoking a pack  Were like, Whats that? He says I bought a hookah bar., Were like what? WebIf you're an NBA player you probably dont want to drink a lot. He later entered a rehab program and got sober. 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. The former player used alcohol  Washburn returned to the Warriors in late March, but still played poorly. Here, we take a look at10 athletes with the most insane, inspiring, and sometimes tragic drinking habits. They travel with wine or they bring empty wine cases to stock up when theyre away from home. How do players and teams handle this? He would sign with the Philadelphia 76ers after the season, and his numbers declined drastically. Aug 9, 2021, 05:29 PM EDT. lmao! pic.twitter.com/YJ9cLtKb0Q. Career Averages: 14.8 points, 7 assists, 5.5 rebounds, 2.6 steals, Best Season: 1984-85, Nets (20.1 points, 8.2 assists, 5.6 rebounds, 3 steals). Now 20 years later, Butler is still embracing the sober life. He would soon get better and would average a double-double each of the next four seasons. The rapper struggled with his addiction to alcohol for many of his teenage years before getting sober at the age of 25.  Posner explains his messy pattern of addiction throughout the excerpt, noting "I decided I couldnt let alcohol rob me of enjoying my lifes special moments.  He played four seasons with the Pistons and was consequently dealt to the Clippers in June 1992. They don't have to be in peak performance mode until 7-8pm. Thought to be one of the greats, he became quite the opposite after a less-than-stellar NBA career. A photo posted by Benji (@yashimodo) on Aug 19, 2015 at 9:33pm PDT, Sport: Basketball Get a different perspective on what to wear, what to buy and how to live better from experts whose opinions count.  Copyright 2023 Endgame360 Inc. All Rights Reserved. Clark could have been a great player if he actually played a game sober. With ONeal, Ernie Johnson, Kenny  These isolation measures, naturally, require the NBA players to leave their home comforts while they set up camp in Disney hotel rooms.  Habit: Hennessy in the locker room, Ron Artest, better known today as Metta World Peace, took a different approach to hydration during games. If we want any hope of seeing similar levels of fitness, we need to eat clean, train dirty and lay off calorie-dense drinks such as alcohol. You have to remember their life schedule as well. 6.4K; 7/18/2021 8:03 AM PT Jordans longtime coach Phil Jackson famously ended each work night with a beer and a smoke. So did Coach Don Nelson. Charles Barkley was, unsurprisingly, a big drinker. Shane Battier more surprisingly so. Carmelo Anthony not only enjoys wine, but he participates in blind tastings. 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. Known for his loud fashion sense and over-the-top personality, Daly lives to wreak havoc. Lists about the effects of heavy drinking and people who live with addiction to alcohol. You may occasionally receive promotional content from DMARGE, https://www.dmarge.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/kingjames_20200927_093358_0.mp4. Legend has it that Boggs drank50 to 60 beers on each long flight. ", The comedic actor has spoken very seriously about the topic of substance abuse, telling CBS News, "I rarely drink coffee. 2023 Complex Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. After the 1982-83 season, Lewis signed with the Houston Rockets and had a breakout season. Us too. Marshals found him boarding a bus in Houston, Texas, and he was subsequently brought back to Danville, Ill. Press J to jump to the feed. He evenclaims that he drank a fifth of Jack Daniels every day when he was 23-years-old.  Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! 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. After a decorated career at Maryland, Lucas was taken first overall by the Rockets in the 1976 NBA Draft. Perhaps the saddest story of all, Len Bias was taken with the second-overall selection in the famed 1986 draft. Stephen Currys wife Ayesha and sister Sydel started their own wine line, too. Its no secret that the current Cleveland Cavaliers shoot guard has a history of making some questionable decisions. Bron walked into Staples Center with a glass of red wine in his hand. 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). Wiggins was originally drafted by the Pacers, but was traded to the Bulls on draft day. Dalyhas admitted that golf can get pretty boring, sohe tries his best to always play drunk. Its hard enough recovering after games and back to backs but see how sore you are after you've been playing  Now thats dedication. One of the most iconic basketball players in NBA history went hard both on and off the court, according torumors that weve investigated thoroughly here at FWF. So even if they where to win Nba championships they would not drink champagne or smoke a cigar. 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. In a 2008 cover story with BlackBook, the actress revealed "I went through a normal kind of late teens, early 20s drinking, but it was a choice I made, because I didnt think it was very good for my life., In an exclusive interview with Life & Style back in 2013, the English supermodel and actress explained, I gave up drinking alcohol, also revealing, Not drinking makes me a lot happier.. The rapper struggled with his addiction to alcohol for many of his teenage years before getting sober at the age of 25. The reasons for their failure may have been inherent to the whole project. Those dudes can probably shake it off and even be fine for practice the next day. But he was reduced to being a backup and was on five different teams in six seasons. I got into the acting program, it was very challenging, I was hungover and I wasnt doing so well in my classes. Also, do players party and not drink? He exclaimed that the suspensions were unfair because they were racially-based. Drafted: 23rd overall, Indiana Pacers (1983), Career Averages: 10 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists, Best Season: 1989-90, Rockets (15.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.6 assists). Habit:Binge-drinking on cross-country flights. 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. mark madsen. 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. Pretty sure it was Dwight Howard, he's super religious and all. The former player used alcohol excessively, unbeknownst to many people. Studies have shown that drinking red wine  in moderation, of course  can actually promote healthy blood flow in the body and reduce ones chances of contracting cardiovascular disease. I mean honestly, even though their contracts are dependent upon their ability, they've already made it. The 7-footer would then sign with the Spurs and played just sixteen games. Pro basketball players are perfectionists. The draft was held on June 17, 1986, at Madison Square Garden in New York. In the 1984 offseason, Wiggins signed with the Houston Rockets and immediately challenged Lewis Lloyd for a starting spot. The English guitarist struggled with his alcohol addiction for much of his early career. I used to do everything and a lot of everything. WebI imagine heavy drinking/partying in the NBA is a young mans game, much like in real life. and i'm pretty sure he's a virgin too.  Bias never played for the Celtics and it is considered to be one of the biggest tragedies in sports. 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. The 2009 Los Angeles Laker preferredto down Hennessy in the locker room during halftime.  Anyone remember the NBA player who was a lifelong virgin? Sport: Basketball A subreddit dedicated to NBA news and discussion. He was reinstated in September 1989, and played just 19 games for Houston that season. If you're an NBA player you probably dont want to drink a lot. Drafted: 46th overall, Phoenix Suns (1991), Career Averages: 10.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.1 assists, Best Season: 1992-93, Suns (15.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists). For all the packages coming in, one type stands out. Augustin, James Harden, Rockets Serious About Reunion; Sixers Currently 'Unconcerned', RealGM Radio: Mo Dakhil On The Season So Far (Mar 2023), Lester Quinones, Warriors Agree To 10-Day Contract, Stephen Curry Expected To Return From Leg Injury Next Week, The Lottery Pick Gleam Still On Kris Dunn, The 2023 Title Contenders Are Already Here, Six Biggest X-Factors After The All-Star Break, Zion Williamson Making Progress On Hamstring Strain. Happy birthday to the man who  would drink 107 beers on cross country flights, HOF third baseman #WadeBoggs. One of the most notable drafts in all sports is the 1986 NBA Draft. In a candid interview the singer revealed, I dont drinkI hate the taste of alcohol. The number of sober athletes is not surprising--abstaining from alcohol is good for your health, and for sport performance. Clark, the 13th-overall pick, was expected to become a solid player in the NBA after attending the University of Nevada-Las Vegas. In 1997, Oksana Baiul was arrested on a DUI after crashing her car into a tree in Connecticut. Make no mistake, though, players drink. They travel alone, with spouses, and with teammates. I thought, Do you know what? In sobriety the lessons keep coming if youre lucky enough to be along as long as I have. So while there are not rules, the stuff still happens, and I think some teams let the players make the bad decisions and pay for it in another way.  A photo posted by Nicol Coppiardi (@nicolocoppiardi14) on Jul 29, 2015 at 10:34am PDT, Sport:Soccer ', Death toll keeps rising in Greece's deadliest train crash. Players will also have access to a bowling alley, but the memo does not detail any beverage rules for bowling, according to Katz. When reporters asked Fuzzy Thurston how he kept warm, he explains nothing does the trick quite like pounding 10 shots of vodka. This allows a huge energy advantage for the Hawks, assuming they didn't go out the night before as well. Theyve been doing it for decades. Youre trapped on a plane for however many hours with little to no options for entertainment. Having none can actually be easier than setting rules around drinking for many people. (Photo: Twitter/@DJMisterDior), A photo posted by Jayson Davis (@jaysond12) on Jul 9, 2015 at 8:16pm PDT, Sport:Football korver gives a third of his salary to the church? i read ray allen doesn't during the season and encourages his young teammates to follow suit. The Pretty Little Liars actress told Instyle earlier this year that her decision to embrace the sober life all started when she decided to chop off most of her hair into the cute bob hairstyle she has now.  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. While theres no answer to how this NBA trend started, we assume theres a correlation between the sport and beverage. The Best Movie Lists Around: Top 10 Film Lists and Top Movie Rankin During the infamous Ice Bowl oneNew Years Eve of 1967, the Packers played againstthe Dallas Cowboys while battling arctic temperatures of-15 degrees Fahrenheit. 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.   Lewis was selected by the Warriors in 1981 where he played two decent seasons. She entered rehab and has been sober since 1998. The NBA on TNT guys are always having fun on set at the expense of the current NBA players they cover or one another. LeBron James Sits Courtside with Bottle of Tequila at NBA Finals LeBron James Shots with Tequila at NBA Finals!!! Layne earned himself a spot in the NFL Hall of Fame, andthe right to park his car on the sidewalks of Detroit. The country music star struggled early on in his career with his substance abuse addiction upon entering the Nashville music scene. In several videos, we can see either a stash of bottles on the floor, or LeBron has taken videos of himself glugging the good stuff and claiming his daily nightcap to be Madden 21 and [red wine emoji]. Whether hes been gorging on the worst f***king diet ever, as has previously been reported, remains unclear (we would suspect if hes been drinking wine, hes not going to say no to some French toast in the mornings). Bias returned to his dorm around 3 a.m. At 6:32 a.m., a 911 call was placed to local police and it was reported that Bias was not breathing. J.R. Smith. I cant really have both.. Habit:Spending everything on drinking. Hes not alone in this practice. Despite many of the roles the TV and film actress has played in the past, Gillian Jacobs revealed on Jimmy Kimmel Live! '", The comedian and actress expressed her dislike for alcohol in a red carpet interview at the 2014 Emmys where she tells E! for example, the idiots who stole my families car where muslim and where found drunk near the car. It was that kinda night!!! Bias returned to Boston later that night and immediately got in his newly leased sports car. In an interview with Chelsea Handler, the singer and actress explained, "Ive never been interested. After his departure, J.R. Smith revealed that he was among one of many NBA players who smoke weedalthough this wasnt much of a secret. "These chocolate chip cookies gooder than a mug. The cause of death was cardiac arrhythmia, commonly associated with cocaine use. Thats not surprising, given that he hadmore alcohol than food stashed away in hismotel room. He insisted that Chris Mullin should have been suspended also because of his alcohol problems. Drafted: 13th overall, Orlando Magic (1998), Career Averages: 8.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.6 blocks, Best Season: 2001-02, Toronto Raptors (11.3 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.5 blocks). A photo posted by @woodysports on Jul 28, 2015 at 6:39pm PDT, Sport:Football WebSome of these NBA players should have a breathalyser to start their vehicles.. ", The singer publicly announced why he stopped drinking alcohol in a tweet back in 2015 that was linked to a tell-all article on the subject. I know in some occasions players have in their contracts that if they got caught drinking or doing other things deemed bad (go over a certain weight, criminal charges, etc), they can get cut and only have to be paid a percentage of their salary. Going out and drinking is probably one thing. Thought to be the next Walt Frazier, Richardson didn't quite live up to that sort of hype. Getting plastered is probably another. Cristiano Ronaldo tops our list. Also read: Is Shaquille ONeal Among NBA Players Who Are Jehovahs Witnesses? However, Alex Walker, founder of Bee Sober CIC, explains it is harmful, as some people stop drinking because they are addicted to or dependent on alcohol. "I want to kiss you. Flowers has now been embracing the sober life for much of the later half of his career. It never hurts to have a bottle of Henny or six-pack waiting for you in the locker room. 's Giuliana Rancic, "I don't drink because it gives me a stomach ache," and further explaining "I try all the time, it looks good and I feel like I would have fun being drunk, but I have a Jewish stomach.".  Despite many that indulge in the Hollywood party scene, Jennifer Hudson can confidently say "I've never had a drink in my life." The rapper opened up in an interview with VLAD TV, where he explains "Drinking was something I was never really into, which is weird." If LeBron James is going to unwind with a little bit of fine wine or 1942, he wont be able to do it while doing basically anything else, at least according to the details reported of a memo the NBA sent outlining rules for recreational activities while teams are at the Disney World Campus in Orlando, Florida. For someathletes, thismight mean the occasional glass of wine to relax at the end of the day; for others, it means havingstashes of Hennessy waiting for you inthe locker roomat halftime. LeBron James tours wineries and asks lots of questions about everything from soil differences to how production costs. Nobody ever believes it., The Irish actor opened up about celebrating 10 years of his sobriety on Ellen recently after years of previously struggling with his addiction when he first got to Hollywood. Washburn was hardly effective during his rookie season,which was interrupted after the forward checked himself into rehabilitation on January 28, 1987. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Fox News came under a severe amount of Twitter mockery on Monday after it suggested the notion that American Olympians might celebrate a gold medal victory by drinking alcohol was somehow shocking. I mean, they were playing the Lakers who suck right now, but KD still destroyed them. Like Bedford, Tarpley was expected to be the next great, butthings just didn't pan out. The same could be said for master sommeliers. that she's never had a drink in her life and doesn't plan to. Clark only played until 2004 and had many problems following his career. Farrell also admits his coping mechanism: "Now I do a bit of yoga, I like a nice hike and I drink dragon nasal juice.". Its hard to say which NBA player is the most into wine. After being reinstated, Dumas played in 48 games, starting 32 of them,posting career averages of 15.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.3 assists. 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. Brett Favre went to rehab for an addiction to alcohol and Vicodin in 1996. Professional athletes rock ridiculous rigs all year round.  Tools and Resources Used by Real General Managers. Plenty of guys mention doing absolutely nothing on game days other than team mandated meetings, warms ups etc. Wiggins and Lloyd were reinstated prior to the 1989-90 season, and Lloyd was released shortly thereafter. Habit:Keeping two refrigeratorsdedicated to booze. I'm sure they have a policy that says you better not show up hungover or drunk to a practice/game or else you're gonna get suspended by the team and probably murdered by your teammates. Lopez also explained "Of course, during celebratory toasts, everybody's like, 'You can't toast with water!' Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. In the singer's 2012 Women of the Year profile by British GQ, Lana explains that she struggled with alcohol addiction for most of her early teenage years, finally getting sober before she turned 20 and after moving to New York City to pursue her music. The rapper and actor told Piers Morgan in an interview that although he dabbled in selling drugs in his early years growing up to survive, he never actually took drugs or drank alcohol because it just didn't agree with him. People who know wine dont just know it a little bit, they learn everything they can. Tarpley returned to the Mavericks for the 1994-95 season for just 55 games, including one start. 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. WebI doubt that any NBA player smokes cigarettes. Thompson, a former Nugget, was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame in 1996 and Kemp was one of the most prolific dunkers of all-time, including being one of the best big men of the early-to-mid-1990's. They travel alone,    Theuniversity said Bias returned somewhere around 11 p.m., as he went out to eat with some teammates and a member of the Terrapins' football team. A WINE MOVEMENT has grown in the NBA over recent years, with some players even starting their own labels, including Golden State Warriors guard Stephen  Lebron James Ketogenic Diet Could Be Your Ticket To Becoming A Shredded Beast But At What Cost? InRoland Lazenbys book, Blood on the Horns, the Lazenbyexplains that for many basketball players, beer helped replenish the system. Yao Ming has a winery in Napa. He is widely considered to be one of the biggest draft busts in history. 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. Paramedics got to his dorm room just four minutes later, but the second-overall pick never regained consciousness. While we've all had one too many cocktails or whatever it may be at that Thursday evening happy hour, many, including some of our favorite celebrities, have chosen to abstain from the act of drinking alcohol all together. Who knows, maybe someday well attend wine tastings offered by our favorite NBA players. They actually thought beer was hydrating. Please check your email for a confirmation. Thanks to Miami Heat big man Meyers Leonard, we know that alcohol is served in the hotel, seeing as he ordered a few Coors Lights with his room service last night. In a 2010 Us Weekly profile, the actor revealed 25 things the world wouldn't know about her, number five being that she hasn't consumed alcohol since the early '90s. Richardson did and still disputes the results. https://t.co/v8WoYPtnNz pic.twitter.com/AOarKBgTBd. So, with that being said, here are the top10 NBA careers that have been ruined by excessive drug and/or alcohol use.  Theyre into fine wine from the worlds top wineries. All of those come with an 'anymore.' "Definitely wine," says Vernon Peterson, a member of the NBA's facilities team in his 16th year with the league. that 70s show. Now he sets out to help others who have also faced the same struggles in his new book Recovery: Freedom from our Addictions, available for pre-order now. sorry netsforce. Macklemore. Harris expressed "I stopped drinking because it actually was making me ill. I know how to do that. This former shooting guard retired from professional basketball in 2020. He even admitted to Charlie Day that he was able to drink 107 beers in one day. He states, Its not unusual for pro basketball players to drink beer after games.  LeBron James has clearly never drunk that particular brand of Kool Aid, with the LA Lakers power forward showing a deep love for red wine during his time in the  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. Obviously, this probably wont fly that well with LeBron, a known wine connoisseur. Drafted: 76th overall, 1981 (Golden State Warriors), Career Averages: 13.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists, Best Season: 1983-84, Rockets (17.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists). 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. Shes put up with my defects of character as they call it. Press J to jump to the feed. Habit:Drinking vodka to stay warm. Their lives are basically one big hangover recovery session. The British tennis player told the Daily Record that he easily gave up drinking alcohol in his late teenage years, explaining "I always wanted to see how far I could go in the sport. Were sure it wont be long until he has his own winery, as well. I didn't want to do anything to jeopardize that. 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.    One of our favorite Friends stars has been honest about struggling with his alcohol addiction for many years now. That night, it was reported by local police that Bias' car was spotted in one of the city's worst drug neighborhoods. 22 out of the 30 NBA teams entered the bubble, hosted at the Disneyworld resort in Orlando, Florida, where they have remained in isolation, with games being played behind closed doors, so that the season can finish COVID-free. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. plenty of muslim ppl drink. He would go on to play just two more seasons for the Suns, playing in just a total of 58 games. Clark, the 13th-overall pick, was expected to become a solid player in the NBA after attending the University of Nevada-Las Vegas. LeBron James has clearly never drunk that particular brand of Kool Aid, with the LA Lakers power forward showing a deep love for red wine during his time in the NBA Bubble. His six-year career was a disappointment and Bedford was a heavy drug user and never reached his full potential. For what it's worth, Kobe and KD were drinking wine the night before their game this weekend. 10 Athletes with Notable and Insane Drinking Habits. During his suspension, he played in Israel for Hapoel Holon. For the past few years, people have started to notice a trend. WebDo you know of any players specifically that don't drink alcohol. U.S. Manganiello recalls the struggle he went through before getting sober: I was homeless, careless and broke with no career, so yes, it was worth it [to get sober]..  The Spurs and played just sixteen games has now been embracing the sober life much. 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