After 14 years in the NBA, former forward Lamar Odom is facing a challenging phase in his life.
Known primarily for his tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers and his marriage to Khloé Kardashian, Odom has found himself in a difficult situation.
He has been instructed to leave his rental property in Los Angeles after his landlord, Executive Recovery Group, Inc., initiated legal action, claiming he owes $45,000 in overdue rent.
The lawsuit, reported on March 20, 2025, states that Odom agreed to lease a luxurious house in Studio City for $15,000 monthly, starting in December 2024.
Lamar Odom has been evicted from his LA home after failing to pay his $45K/month rent, per NY Post pic.twitter.com/90YhgH0ZF6
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) June 3, 2025
Regrettably, Odom missed payments for three consecutive months—January, February, and March—leading to this situation.
After several notifications from the landlord, including a three-day ultimatum to either pay or vacate, the court ruled in favor of the landlord on April 28, 2025.
Failing to respond to the lawsuit, Odom left the court with no option but to order him to leave the residence. This reality is particularly harsh for him given the numerous challenges he has faced over the years.
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NBA Fans React To Shocking Lamar Odom News
Once a celebrated sports figure, Lamar Odom has encountered numerous personal difficulties, especially after a near-fatal overdose in 2015.
He subsequently battled various health issues stemming from a reliance on dangerous medications.
The recent rental dispute has sparked shock among his fans.
“45k rent where tf was this ni**a living,” a fan remarked.
45k rent where tf was this nigga living
— Lebrons close friends (@LeBronscfs) June 3, 2025
“45k a month is just dumb,” another user commented.
45k a month is just dumb 🤣
— Gmanski (@gmanski3) June 3, 2025
“Wasted all his money at that strip barber shop,” a third fan added.
Wasted all his money at that strip barber shop 😭😭😭
— William Shakespeare (@Tronix0_) June 3, 2025
“There is no way bro is that broke,” another comment read.
There is no way bro is that broke
— 👑 (@Lebronin1) June 3, 2025
“Damn. Kardashians really destroyed this man,” a user noted.
Damn. Kardashians really destroyed this man
— JBond (@jbondwagon) June 3, 2025
“With 45k a month, you could have invested that money into a house,” another remarked.
With 45k a month you could have invested that money into a house.
— Jay_ (@IbleedP_G) June 3, 2025
“Sad how these athletes go broke so quick,” another comment stated.
Sad how these athletes go broke so quick
— ChoZen (@ChoZenKun) June 3, 2025
This rental property also carries a unique history; it was previously inhabited by the late rapper Mac Miller, who filmed segments of his MTV show there. It’s unfortunate that what was once a luxurious escape is now embroiled in legal troubles.
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