Vin Baker

[Chief00]

Nice story about Vin Baker’s daughter. I am glad Vin has turned his life around over a decade ago and is an assistant coach for the Bucks. I always found Vin to be a nice guy and I am happy this story is playing out.

For those who have addiction challenges, you can turn things around.

A blend of talents: Carys Baker benefits from the family gene pool, including an NBA All-Star dad, but is making her own way on the court

She’s a lefty, like her mom. She got her height from her father. Carys Baker’s mother is Maura Rodgers, a member of the Northwest Catholic Hall of Fame who played at the University of H…

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[Frank06830]

nice story. Not being a wise ass. Someone should send to Ben Gordon…seriously. Feel so bad for Ben he is in mental turmoil and self destructing.

 

[Chief00]

Another version of the Vin’s story. Vin was ready on the court but did not have the maturity to deal with what became his addiction. He lost a million dollars in one night. That’s why it is not just about the Rookie contract but other things as well.

How Vin Baker Went From NBA Player To Starbucks Apron And Still Recovered After Losing Millions - AfroTech

Modern media has given the world several vantage points into the struggle of substance abuse. Whether fictional or rooted in reality, the impacts of drug and alcohol misuse are no laughing matter. For many, the consequences of such a struggle meant the termination of relationships and jobs, the...

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[MTBingNinja]

nice story. Not being a wise ass. Someone should send to Ben Gordon…seriously. Feel so bad for Ben he is in mental turmoil and self destructing.

I’m legitimately worried about Ben Gordon. Hope he can get and accept help

 

[coachn]

Ben should be on the wall for all he did for UConn Basketball.

 

[cohenzone]

I remember being at the game when Baker and UHar played UConn. For a fairly long stretch Calhoun had Toraino Walker guarding Baker and it did not go well for Walker and UConn. Then JC put Burrell on Baker and it changed the game totally. It’s great that Baker is finding his way. and good luck to his daughter.

 

[ValleyGuy]

I saw Vin Baker working his son out in Derby with Wes Matthew’s Sr randomly a few years back. Followed his son when he was at BC. He was just too skinny. Both guys were class acts.