Chapter 283: Chapter 283
Behind The Spotlight Chapter 283
"It says here that you use marijuana." The doctor stared at James seriously. The results were out.
"It ain't that bad, right?"
"Just don't use it when you're playing," the doctor answered. Many basketball players used drugs, but they signed contracts stipulating that they must not use them while actively playing. If they failed to do so and their performance was badly affected, they would pay damages and might even be kicked off the team.
"I swear on my life, I ain't gonna touch weed again."
"Good. Make sure you keep that promise. You will have a medical examination at least once a year to verify your health."
The doctor spoke to the coaches and management of the Los Angeles Lakers, confirming that James Michael Kobe was healthy and free of injuries or underlying health issues.
With that, James successfully signed his contract and was officially a part of the Lakers Los Angeles. He would split time between the D-League and the NBA, with management deciding when to promote him to the main roster based on his performance during the preseason, which was set to start in October.
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