Lance Stephenson: Not Your Role Model, Rookies!
NBA veteran Lance Stephenson dishes out some unconventional advice, telling young ballers to learn from his mistakes, not follow in his footsteps.
6/30/2026, 8:00:17 AM

Lance Stephenson, the NBA's favorite provocateur, is back in the spotlight, but this time he's playing a different role: cautionary tale. The baller, known for his on-court antics and undeniable talent, was recently spotted at LAX, dropping truth bombs that have the sports world buzzing. His message to the next generation of hoopers? Don't do what I do!
Stephenson, who's transitioned from NBA courts to the BIG3 league, isn't holding back. He's embracing his reputation, not shying away from it. This isn't a redemption tour; it's a reality check from a player who's seen it all.
TMZ Sports caught up with Stephenson, and he laid it all out. He’s not sugarcoating anything.
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