I remember Delonte, he's one of the guys that has ended up badly after having a successful career in the NBA. It's all about lifestyle and how they have handled their finances. People like him that the spotlight and lime career during his stay in the NBA will never be gone. I also remember Allen Iverson barely recover from his financial problem. And that's another fact you've said, while we're not wishing that there will be another bad story in the after-NBA career but it's very likely that one star on this era will end up badly if they don't become wise with their money.
This guy ended up on the street, and many others as well, because they went bankrupt. In most cases, it all points to addiction // first drugs, then gambling. Not everyone knows how to manage their finances. when you’re earning millions, you start spending like you have financial freedom. But since money isn’t infinite, and once it stops coming in, that’s when the problems start.
While they’re busy earning and spending, they forget to keep themselves in shape. That’s a huge risk, because even if they have talent, their game will deteriorate, and they might not get another contract. It’s sad to see this happening but it’s happening.
You know, it's getting worse now. Players are getting caught up in plenty of negative and illegal activities while they are still actively playing in the NBA. People like Delonte suffered the consequences of their actions after they got out of the league, if I'm not mistaken.
Some have even been caught in possession of illegal drugs. I don't know if it's part of being young and dumb, but LeBron did a very outstanding job on and off the court, and what's really impressive about him is that he grew up without a father.