Former Lakers forward Lamar Odom made his triumphant return to Staples Center on Wednesday night.
It marked the first time Odom was there since his overdose and hospitalization, and he received a warm embrace from Lakers fans. Apparently, Kobe Bryant left two tickets for him, according to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, and Odom scooped those up and attended the game.
Here’s a photo of him walking in.
Lamar Odom walking into the Staples Center. Amazing. Told me he is feeling good. pic.twitter.com/9QoK9Na1pO
— Rachel Nichols (@Rachel__Nichols) March 31, 2016
And here’s a shot of him standing near his courtside seats.
Lamar Odom seated courtside. pic.twitter.com/emZU2agwwD
— Ira Winderman (@IraHeatBeat) March 31, 2016
Hopefully the warm embrace from Lakers fans fired Odom up and will help motivate and aid him as he goes through his recovery.