From Kentucky, a recovering addict here. 29 years clean. I'm not an athlete, so there's differences, but there's a whole lot of like. Thank you for sharing. All the best.
I met Rex Chapman as a kid when he played for the suns. Such a nice guy to all of us. His addiction was wild, but The fact that Rex can have a sense of humor about it and smile and he’s doing well is awesome in itself. Hoping his book helps a lot of people out there that need it. Great interview DP!
Absolutely impressed with Rex and his hardcore authenticity and vulnerability...And Dan shows why he's one of the best all time to hold space for guests to get to the real deal.
Thank you for this interview I read his book and such a courageous man to share his story. Dan was a pro at getting him to share his most vulnerable side really enjoyed it.
Much respect to Rex Chapman for how the dealt with his struggles and getting past them. Chapman was a great player at Kentucky, especially his last year there. Rex was a tremendous athlete that could jump out the gym, he was a force going to the bucket, and he had a beautiful jumper whether it was his pull up or catch and shoot. I enjoyed watching him play then game. 👏🔥
I'm a big Rex Chapman fan. He's very thoughtful both as a basketball insider and as a human. He's one of those guys you'd like to have in your circle of friends.
I think most people are like me; rooting for Rex to stay sober so he can continue to share his remarkable story in an honest fashion. I’m going to read the book and maybe it will answer my #1 question. Where was his dad in all of this? He was a professional as a player and a nationally renowned college coach. I’ve listened to Rex talk about his troubles on a number of occasions and even just now. I don’t remember him ever mentioning his dad one way or the other. I think maybe one time I heard him joke that his dad has said Rex couldn’t have played for him. I took that as his way of joking that Rex may not have been coachable. Was his dad gone by the time Rex was retired and heading down the wrong path? I guess the book will cover that.
Good for you Rex Thank you for sharing. I'm sure your words will help others and I'm going to buy your book!!! And this is coming from a Syracuse Orangemen..😂
Hilarious... Danny....frickin DENIAL is incredibly powerful....we had to get honest with our INNERMOST SELF...THIS IS THE FIRST STEP......(It takes one to know one,...and you absolutely are)✌️😁
It does not deteriorate thought process and decision-making at all. It’s another method to keep yourself alive. Well you work on the reasons why you use drugs, which was the solution to your problem.
Grew up in Harlan KY, now in Fayetteville NC amidst Tarhicks and Puke fans. I was struck on a black guy at an opposing high school but I knew I'd be run out of town on a rail if I dated him
How dare this guy talk about Suboxone like it's a drug. Suboxone saved my life.. I've been clean 7 years from heroin thanks to Suboxone. What an idiot.
Carful who you call an idiot. Suboxone contains a combination of buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine is an opioid medication, also called a narcotic.
It is a drug. A controlled substance. And you trade one addiction for the other. How many people come off of opioids/opiates and then take Suboxone once and quit cold turkey? And from one addict to another what good does it do tearing another addict down?
it does save you from the chaos of oxys or herion but eventually you realize that your a slave to the suboxone and thats very difficult to kick as well.
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From Kentucky, a recovering addict here. 29 years clean. I'm not an athlete, so there's differences, but there's a whole lot of like. Thank you for sharing. All the best.
I met Rex Chapman as a kid when he played for the suns. Such a nice guy to all of us. His addiction was wild, but The fact that Rex can have a sense of humor about it and smile and he’s doing well is awesome in itself. Hoping his book helps a lot of people out there that need it.
Great interview DP!
One of the best most honest conversations I have watched! Thanks for sharing that, both Dan and Rex are class acts.
No need to apologize. Rex delivered!!! Answered every question the way you wished everyone answered questions
Absolutely impressed with Rex and his hardcore authenticity and vulnerability...And Dan shows why he's one of the best all time to hold space for guests to get to the real deal.
Extraordinary interview! Thanks
Can’t say how proud I am to see Rex Chapman doing great hope the book helps other people $$$$&man
Rex Chapman, spiting that real talk, throwing Rex an atta boy !👏
Very similar situation as Rex. The toughest thing is getting over the regrets, shame, and people you hurt. Great stuff, Rex.
Well said. God bless you Vince.
Thank you for this interview I read his book and such a courageous man to share his story. Dan was a pro at getting him to share his most vulnerable side really enjoyed it.
Much respect to Rex Chapman for how the dealt with his struggles and getting past them. Chapman was a great player at Kentucky, especially his last year there. Rex was a tremendous athlete that could jump out the gym, he was a force going to the bucket, and he had a beautiful jumper whether it was his pull up or catch and shoot. I enjoyed watching him play then game. 👏🔥
Your best interview in a long time. I watched it live and am watching again to see what I missed.
Ahhh... this is the Dan Patrick I love. One for the Outtakes Compendium 😉
I'm a big Rex Chapman fan. He's very thoughtful both as a basketball insider and as a human. He's one of those guys you'd like to have in your circle of friends.
My gosh, was he one helluva basketball player. Whatever his past troubles, I am glad to see he is in a good place today.
The Legend! Bring Rex more often!
Thanks for sharing, Rex
Amazing interview Dan!!! Great nuggets
as a Dr.- hearing Rex say- 'within 2 days- I was in love' with the narcotic pain medications- that is sad! Hang in there Rex- keep up the fight
They say addiction is like riding a tiger. Anyone who can get off the tiger and walk away has my respect.
I think most people are like me; rooting for Rex to stay sober so he can continue to share his remarkable story in an honest fashion. I’m going to read the book and maybe it will answer my #1 question. Where was his dad in all of this? He was a professional as a player and a nationally renowned college coach. I’ve listened to Rex talk about his troubles on a number of occasions and even just now. I don’t remember him ever mentioning his dad one way or the other. I think maybe one time I heard him joke that his dad has said Rex couldn’t have played for him. I took that as his way of joking that Rex may not have been coachable. Was his dad gone by the time Rex was retired and heading down the wrong path? I guess the book will cover that.
Remember that awesome 3 he hit in that playoff game that time?
Pepperidge Farms remembers.
That is a great book cover
Love Rex!! Great dude!
I wish Rex well.....🙏
Good for you Rex Thank you for sharing. I'm sure your words will help others and I'm going to buy your book!!! And this is coming from a Syracuse Orangemen..😂
He was an almost great college player, terrific athlete.
I'm truly glad he beat his addiction. Now he'll be around longer to spread his idiocy
Rex is the real deal
One day at a time
Hilarious... Danny....frickin DENIAL is incredibly powerful....we had to get honest with our INNERMOST SELF...THIS IS THE FIRST STEP......(It takes one to know one,...and you absolutely are)✌️😁
It does not deteriorate thought process and decision-making at all. It’s another method to keep yourself alive. Well you work on the reasons why you use drugs, which was the solution to your problem.
You are correct.
Watch the language lol
Ooops!🤬🤬🤬
Grew up in Harlan KY, now in Fayetteville NC amidst Tarhicks and Puke fans. I was struck on a black guy at an opposing high school but I knew I'd be run out of town on a rail if I dated him
Dan I love you. But its WEM BUN YAMA not WEM BYE YAMA
I almost had a stroke tryna read that
That definitely wasn't a Shannon sharpe style introduction. This dude insulted Rex
As a Blazers fan, do not bring up Sam Bowie, you lose ALL credibility!
Rex is the man...just say no
I was a big fan of Rex as a kid. It’s unfortunate he became a junky and a Leftist wacko.
Still, such an inspiration to me as a 10 year old.
Too many junkies in the comments section.
Yawn
How dare this guy talk about Suboxone like it's a drug. Suboxone saved my life.. I've been clean 7 years from heroin thanks to Suboxone. What an idiot.
Suboxone is a drug.
Carful who you call an idiot.
Suboxone contains a combination of buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine is an opioid medication, also called a narcotic.
drug. A substance used in the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of a disease or as a component of a medication
It is a drug. A controlled substance. And you trade one addiction for the other. How many people come off of opioids/opiates and then take Suboxone once and quit cold turkey? And from one addict to another what good does it do tearing another addict down?
it does save you from the chaos of oxys or herion but eventually you realize that your a slave to the suboxone and thats very difficult to kick as well.
"You're never as bad as your worst moment, if you learn from it."
Tremendous interview. Wasn’t in my radar at all, but I’m going to go get that book !