Lamar Odom's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Lamar Odom. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Lamar Odom is a former professional basketball player celebrated for his 14-year NBA career. He played for four teams, most notably winning back-to-back NBA championships with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2009 and 2010. In 2011, Odom was recognized as the NBA Sixth Man of the Year, highlighting his impact coming off the bench.

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1997: National Player of the Year

In 1997, Odom was named national player of the year by Parade.

1998: Played for Rhode Island

During the 1998-99 season, Lamar Odom played for Rhode Island, averaging 17.6 points per game and leading the Rams to the conference championship. He was named the Atlantic 10 Rookie of the Year.

2000: Named to NBA All-Rookie First Team

In 2000, during his first season with the Clippers, Lamar Odom was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.

2000: Increased Scoring Average

In the 2000-01 NBA season, Lamar Odom increased his scoring average to 17.2 points per game with the Los Angeles Clippers.

2004: Olympic Bronze Medal

In 2004, Lamar Odom played on the United States national team and won a bronze medal in the Olympics.

2009: NBA Championship

In 2009, Lamar Odom won an NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers.

2010: Won NBA Championship

In 2010, Lamar Odom played a crucial role in the Los Angeles Lakers winning another NBA Championship, defeating the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals.

2010: FIBA World Championship Gold Medal

In 2010, Lamar Odom won a gold medal in the FIBA World Championship (later known as the World Cup) as part of the United States national team.

2010: Continued Strong Play for Lakers

In the 2010-11 season, Lamar Odom continued his strong play for the Los Angeles Lakers, posting career-highs in both three-point shooting percentage (.382) and overall field goal percentage (.530).

2011: NBA Sixth Man of the Year

In 2011, Lamar Odom was named the NBA Sixth Man of the Year.

January 8, 2016: Road to Recovery

On January 8, 2016, Lamar Odom's paternal aunt JaNean Mercer announced that Odom was on the road to recovery after leaving the hospital, stating he continued to make "remarkable strides".