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Report: Former Lakers star Lamar Odom signs deal to become professional boxer

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Justin Benjamin

Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Lamar Odom is signing a deal to become a boxer.

In addition, he will participate in his first fight in the near future.

“TMZ Sports has learned that the 41-year-old ex-NBA star has inked a deal with Celebrity Boxing … and will step into the ring on June 12 at the Showboat Casino in Atlantic City, N.J.,” TMZ.com reported.

Odom, 41, played in the NBA for over a decade.

The veteran played for the Lakers for seven seasons. He helped the organization win back-to-back championships in 2009 and 2010.

As a member of the Lakers, Odom averaged 13.7 points, 9.5 boards and 3.7 assists per game. He earned the 2011 Sixth Man of the Year award.

Although Odom had a successful career in the NBA, he dealt with tons of drama and scary incidents off the court.

Most notably, Odom was found unconscious at a brothel in Crystal, Nev. Thankfully, he fully recovered from that incident.

Justin Benjamin

Justin’s enormous respect for LeBron James has ignited him to write for the King and Lakers. His all-around analysis and heart for the game has made him a stellar NBA writer and proud staff writer for Lakers Daily.

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