Lakers Star BUSTED Again—Second ARREST Revealed

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Former NBA champion Lamar Odom faces DUI charges after Nevada Highway Patrol clocked him speeding over 100 mph on a Las Vegas interstate, raising alarm about yet another celebrity seemingly above the law endangering ordinary Americans on our roads.

Story Snapshot

Lamar Odom arrested January 17, 2026, for DUI after driving 100+ mph on I-15 near Las Vegas airport
Trooper detected marijuana odor and Odom failed field sobriety tests during traffic stop
Former Lakers star faces misdemeanor DUI and two traffic violations with March 17 arraignment scheduled
Second DUI arrest for Odom, who previously faced similar charges in 2013 and nearly died from overdose in 2015

Reckless Driving Endangers Public Safety

Nevada Highway Patrol arrested Lamar Odom at approximately 2:18 a.m. on January 17, 2026, after spotting his black SUV traveling northbound on Interstate 15 near Harry Reid International Airport. Trooper Shawn Haggstrom observed the vehicle exceeding 100 mph, more than 41 mph over the posted speed limit, while failing to maintain its travel lane. These violations posed serious risks to other motorists on one of Las Vegas’s busiest highways, where families and working Americans travel daily. Law enforcement’s quick response prevented potential tragedy on roads that should be safe for law-abiding citizens.

Evidence Points to Clear Impairment

During the traffic stop, Trooper Haggstrom detected a strong marijuana odor emanating from Odom and the vehicle. The 46-year-old former basketball star failed field sobriety tests administered at the scene, providing probable cause for arrest. Odom mentioned his medical history during the encounter, referencing past strokes, heart attacks, and a 2015 incident he described as “poisoning” at a Nevada brothel. His vehicle rolled forward after he exited, suggesting further impairment. These observable signs justified law enforcement’s decision to take Odom into custody for public safety.

Pattern of Troubling Behavior Emerges

Odom’s arrest represents his second DUI charge, following a 2013 incident in Los Angeles that resulted in three years probation, mandatory alcohol education, and $1,800 in fines. The two-time NBA champion with the Lakers also survived a near-fatal overdose in 2015 at Nevada’s Love Ranch brothel, spending days in a coma. His 2019 memoir “Darkness to Light” documented ongoing struggles with substance abuse tied to childhood trauma. Despite public declarations of recovery, this latest arrest suggests persistent issues that endanger others. Celebrity status should not exempt anyone from consequences when reckless behavior threatens innocent lives on American roads.

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Clark County authorities booked Odom into jail following his arrest and released him on bail by January 20, 2026. Formal charges were filed in local justice court as a misdemeanor DUI with two traffic violations for excessive speeding and failure to maintain lane. Nevada law mandates administrative license suspension proceedings separate from criminal court, meaning Odom faces immediate driving restrictions regardless of trial outcome. His arraignment is scheduled for March 17, 2026, where he will enter a plea and establish bail conditions. Neither Odom nor his representatives have issued public statements addressing the charges, leaving questions unanswered for concerned fans and the public.

Accountability Matters for All Drivers

This incident underscores the importance of equal enforcement of traffic and DUI laws, regardless of fame or fortune. Nevada’s roads serve hardworking families, tourists, and service members stationed nearby, all deserving protection from impaired drivers. Odom’s excessive speed at 100+ mph combined with suspected marijuana impairment created a deadly combination that could have resulted in catastrophic consequences. While addiction struggles warrant compassion, personal responsibility remains paramount when individual choices endanger the safety and constitutional right to travel freely for law-abiding citizens. Strong enforcement and accountability send the message that no one is above the law.