Former NBA player Jayson Williams talks fighting his drug addiction

Name: Former NBA player Jayson Williams talks fighting his drug addiction
Uploaded: 2019-08-21T14:00:00+00:00
Duration: 4 min 47 s
Description: In 1999, Jayson Williams collided with a teammate and suffered a major leg and knee injury that ended his NBA career. He became addicted to drugs and alcohol and even landed in prison. He is sharing his story on A&E's "Addiction Unplugged," that will air in September. He also hopes to help others. If you know anyone who needs help with an addiction call 855-502-HOPE (4673)

In 1999, Jayson Williams collided with a teammate and suffered a major leg and knee injury that ended his NBA career. He became addicted to drugs and alcohol and even landed in prison. He is sharing his story on A&E's "Addiction Unplugged," that will air in September. He also hopes to help others. If you know anyone who needs help with an addiction call 855-502-HOPE (4673)

Posted August 21, 2019 10:36am PDT