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Damian Lillard is coming to his formerPortlandTrail Blazers teammate Caleb Swanigan’s defense.
This week, a photo circulated of Swanigan, 24, from his court appearance on Monday for possession of marijuana charges showing what appeared to be some recent weight gain.
Swanigan last played on March 10, 2020 and opted not to return following the pause of the NBA season. He is currently a free agent.
Lillard, 30, defended his former teammate and commented, “If you gone post this s— with real concern that’s cool. But don’t ask ‘how does one go from this to that.’ "
“He clearly having real life issues. That’s how,” Lillard wrote. “You don’t know WHAT it is he’s going through to cause a drastic change.”
He added, “If you gone be supportive then do that but don’t ask no s— like that like it’s not possible when you a naturally big dude and go down a dark road.”
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As a part of the NBA player’s plea deal, he received a 180 day suspended jail sentence.
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Additionally, Swanigan has to attend the court’s alcohol and drug program, cannot consume alcohol or illegal drugs, including the use of hemp and CBD products, and will be subject to random drug tests.
source: people.com
