Jamar Smith admits alcoholism, hopes to turn life around

URBANA – While Jamar Smith wouldn't necessarily want to repeat the last 20 months of his life, he said he feels fortunate that things happened the way they did.

"I'm thankful this happened because it saved my life. I feel fortunate I'm living. I got pretty deep into my addiction," said the 21-year-old former University of Illinois basketball player.

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