N/P JR Smith's drug habit

http://ibnsportswrap.com/article.php?articleID=760

New York Knicks player and NBA 's 6th man of the year may have bigger problems than his recent struggles on the court.

And the New York Knicks season came to an early end in Indiana. Failing to reach the Conference Finals or even coming close to winning the Title, the Knicks will have a tough offseason. A lot of things went wrong during the playoffs, some players played poorly, the coaching was far from perfect and, at the end of the day, Melo couldn't win it all by himself. And as the offseason is now ahead, a lot of questions are asked ... but Gotham will also have to deal with a controversy.

During the playoffs, it has already been reported that New York Knicks guard J.R. Smith was spotted in night clubs before game days, he even drew public criticism of worldwide music star Rihanna (more about Rihanna later in the article), making everyone wonder about Smith's motivation concerning the NBA Playoffs. Some big answers are now surfacing as sources claimed to IBN Sports Wrap that J.R. Smith has developed a huge cocaine habit. Sources also indicated that Smith was heavily using drugs during the Playoffs and at one point became quite ill thanks to his brand new "friend".

Another source confirmed to IBN Sports Wrap that Smith's dealer currently lives in Harlem. That source also told us that JR Smith purchases approximately $1.500 worth of cocaine every 2/3 days when he is in town as well as $1.500 worth of marijuana every week. Despite not being legal, marijuana isn't the biggest concern in this situation as a coke habit may lead to bigger problems in the future for this seasons 6th man of the year.

After being contacted by IBN Sports Wrap last night, the New York Knicks front office didn't want to comment about the situation. IBN Sports Wrap also asked Rihanna's camp for a response to the claims indicating that JR Smith was on drugs during the playoffs, here is their statement :

"Rihanna thought JR seemed to be on something not just drunk, he was slurring his words and acting real slow.. that was turn-off especially having dealt with those mood changes in a prior relationship"

After being one of the biggest bust of the Knicks post-season, JR Smith's performance on the court may only be the tip of the iceberg ?

Might also be why he wants his contract situation wrapped up quickly.

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Cocaine aside, how does one smoke $1,500 of marijuana a week???

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DAMN. Wow COKE though?

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Originally Posted by donato

Cocaine aside, how does one smoke $1,500 of marijuana a week???

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High grade probably.

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"Rihanna thought JR seemed to be on something not just drunk, he was slurring his words and acting real slow.. that was turn-off especially having dealt with those mood changes in a prior relationship"

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acting real slow does not compute when it comes to a coke-fiend. But smoking $1,500 dollars worth of herb does.

Raise your hand if your surprised by this. Anyone? Anyone???

Seriously, Smith is a bum. Saw this coming from a mile away.

Lol some people on the boards wanted him back and couldn't believe the front office let him go.

"Incarcerated Bob" :hihi:

Same dude that said Nnamdi was a Saint. I mean JR getting high doesn't surprise me, but I don't really trust IBN.

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Not surprised at all, he's always been a lost bullet.

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Originally Posted by NOLa.

Lol some people on the boards wanted him back and couldn't believe the front office let him go.

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Kids don't even want J.R. on their team,

IBN isn't a source (mods should put "per IBN" in title), we all know JR is an idiot and probably is on something, but do not take what this article says as fact.

Best part is earlier in the vid, the kid was like "Dude, get off the court."

Also, how can you do cocaine and be considered slow? Ain't nothing about what that does to your body invovles slow. Unless you overdose and then it slows your heartbeat down.

To zero.

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Originally Posted by donato

Cocaine aside, how does one smoke $1,500 of marijuana a week???

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Probably for him and his boys.

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Originally Posted by Eman5805

Best part is earlier in the vid, the kid was like "Dude, get off the court."

Also, how can you do cocaine and be considered slow? Ain't nothing about what that does to your body invovles slow. Unless you overdose and then it slows your heartbeat down.

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They said that night. Coulda been on weed not coke. Hell he prolly smokes week to calm down from all the coke and strung out.

Cocaines a hell of a drug

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Originally Posted by donato

Cocaine aside, how does one smoke $1,500 of marijuana a week???

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Ask wiz khalifa

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Originally Posted by donato

Cocaine aside, how does one smoke $1,500 of marijuana a week???

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Very possible. Just ask Jay Williams


http://sports.yahoo.com/news/report-...0360--nba.html

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Former NBA player and current ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Williams told the New York Times in an interview that that some of his Chicago Bulls teammates smoke marijuana before games during the 2002-2003 season.

"I didn't know how to handle it at first," Williams said, according to the Times report. "I didn't know how to be around it. Guys were on the bench, trying to kick it to girls in the stands, having ball boys run over. I mean, some guys were high."

"There were guys smoking weed before games. Guys asking in the middle of the game, 'Do you smell popcorn?' "

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I really don't find anything wrong with marijuana and sports. Plenty of player have smoked marijuana and put up great numbers. It's the other drugs like alcohol and coke that kills careers.

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Originally Posted by smittywerb

I really don't find anything wrong with marijuana and sports. Plenty of player have smoked marijuana and put up great numbers. It's the other drugs like alcohol and coke that kills careers.

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Guys shouldn't be drinking or getting high at all on or around gamedays. Championships can be decided in a mere second; the last thing a player needs is compromised judgment or slower reflexes.

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I really don't find anything wrong with marijuana and sports. Plenty of player have smoked marijuana and put up great numbers. It's the other drugs like alcohol and coke that kills careers.

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:nono2:

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Originally Posted by Teal Lantern

Guys shouldn't be drinking or getting high at all on or around gamedays. Championships can be decided in a mere second; the last thing a player needs is compromised judgment or slower reflexes.

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( i think) what he's saying is that he doesn't think there's a competitive-edge advantage to smoking herb before a game.... and I agree with that. Let him smoke all the pot he wants, it's not like taking a stimulant or steroid, which may actually increase performance output.

Cocaine did wonders for guys' careers in the 1970's. Maybe JR considers himself a throwback

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( i think) what he's saying is that he doesn't think there's a competitive-edge advantage to smoking herb before a game.... and I agree with that. Let him smoke all the pot he wants, it's not like taking a stimulant or steroid, which may actually increase performance output.

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I understood the point, but I was pointing out the flip side of the issue. Guys shouldn't be using potentially performance-hindering substances, either.

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Originally Posted by Teal Lantern

I understood the point, but I was pointing out the flip side of the issue. Guys shouldn't be using potentially performance-hindering substances, either.

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That's the thing, it's not performance hindering for everyone. To me, it's one of those things where the individual should choose what's best for him. Not saying its for everyone though, especially immature jr smith lol

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That's the thing, it's not performance hindering for everyone. To me, it's one of those things where the individual should choose what's best for him. Not saying its for everyone though, especially immature jr smith lol

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But the potential is there for everyone. Players shouldn't be risking having dulled reaction time on gamedays just to get drunk/high. Any kind of psychoactive substance should be used with the greatest of care.

I certainly hope this article isn't true. I still want JR to turn things around and make the most of his ability.

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Originally Posted by Teal Lantern

But the potential is there for everyone. Players shouldn't be risking having dulled reaction time on gamedays just to get drunk/high. Any kind of psychoactive substance should be used with the greatest of care.

I certainly hope this article isn't true. I still want JR to turn things around and make the most of his ability.

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Lemme clarify myself. BINGE drinking and smoking before a game is not good. But one joint or a shot to calm the nerves is ok in my book. There are prescription/medicated drugs taken by players that cause drowsiness and impairs vision and all that other crap.

I understand what you are saying, but to just play devil's advocate, if we can't trust the players with liqour or anything, should we trust them with other stuff? Like, should we allow players the freedom to leave the hotel room at all, no curfews or anything? Even though spare time might not harm some players, spare time might allow a player to find trouble or not get any rest. Should we trust players with social media/phones? Contact with friends/family can cause them to lose focus on the game tomorrow? Should we limit the money players are allowed to spend in order to protect from buying stuff that can hurt them, like drugs and women. lol

See what I mean, it's all about how discipline the person is, whether it's weed or time or whatever. And it's clear that weed and alcohol are no the reasons why JR Smith is going through what he is going through. He's going what he is going through because he is immature and not disciplined.

One joint to "calm the nerves"??? Any kids reading out there, don't listen to Smitty.

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Originally Posted by smittywerb

That's the thing, it's not performance hindering for everyone. To me, it's one of those things where the individual should choose what's best for him. Not saying its for everyone though, especially immature jr smith lol

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It's illegal. So no, it's not what the individual wants.

hit a bump and you wreck.. simple as that.

no one snorts coke just once.. just saying

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Originally Posted by smittywerb

Lemme clarify myself. BINGE drinking and smoking before a game is not good. But one joint or a shot to calm the nerves is ok in my book. There are prescription/medicated drugs taken by players that cause drowsiness and impairs vision and all that other crap.

I understand what you are saying, but to just play devil's advocate, if we can't trust the players with liqour or anything, should we trust them with other stuff? Like, should we allow players the freedom to leave the hotel room at all, no curfews or anything? Even though spare time might not harm some players, spare time might allow a player to find trouble or not get any rest. Should we trust players with social media/phones? Contact with friends/family can cause them to lose focus on the game tomorrow? Should we limit the money players are allowed to spend in order to protect from buying stuff that can hurt them, like drugs and women. lol

See what I mean, it's all about how discipline the person is, whether it's weed or time or whatever. And it's clear that weed and alcohol are no the reasons why JR Smith is going through what he is going through. He's going what he is going through because he is immature and not disciplined.

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yea.. it starts like that.. then u smoke before u eat.. then before u sleep.. then before u watch a movie.. u got a girl that likes to smoke.. smoking chronic becomes addictive idc what anyone says.

even at $400/ounce (the good stuff), $1500 gets you almost 4 ounces of weed (1/4 lb)
4 ounces may not sound like much, but that's well over 100 joints (depending on the roller)
no way JR & crew are going thru 15 joints a day unless they are just giving it away, in which case its not really JR going thru $1500 of weed a week, is it?

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Originally Posted by donato

Cocaine aside, how does one smoke $1,500 of marijuana a week???

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Seriously, $300 is a lot and that an ounce worth.

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even at $400/ounce (the good stuff), $1500 gets you almost 4 ounces of weed (1/4 lb)
4 ounces may not sound like much, but that's well over 100 joints (depending on the roller)
no way JR & crew are going thru 15 joints a day unless they are just giving it away, in which case its not really JR going thru $1500 of weed a week, is it?

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Lol $400??? Get a better dealer

I hate Rihanna

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