Jayson Williams Opens Up About Alcoholism, Addiction & NBA All-Stars

[@jasonross6973]

Damn, it takes a real man to admit he was a coward. You can tell he's still struggling with his demons. Hope he finds peace.

[@isidrosalas5088]

I take my hat off to this man for taking accountability for he's actions. It takes a real man to admit his mistakes and feel remorseful for it. Shout-out to Mr. Williams.

[@taiodus3401]

Isidro salas and after jail still realise that he needs help and actually got it.

[@wangee6880]

Isidro salas facts this my guy guy

[@troyjohnson6889]

Forgive yourself brother, God has you....

[@jesuslopezgonzalez6303]

Troy Johnson amen brotha 🙏🏼 god bless you

[@travis21lawyer]

I agree

[@2ndround415]

This is one of the most HONEST apologies/explanation. I pray he can forgive himself and move forward. God be with the family of the deceased.

[@thankuwelcome2153]

He took a life due to his addiction. And now he is out saving lives .So many people needed to hear this. I hope that God continues to make him a blessing to others.

[@BIGGWILL369]

No. The gun went off accidentally. He tried to pay someone to take the blame, hence cover up, that's why he went to prison. Had zero to do with addiction. People in military are killed by accident often.

[@doctorproctor96]

"A disease that tells me I don't have a disease..." Deep

[@PrisonerOfWar10]

Dang he broke down early... He still hadn't forgiven himself and it's evident. I pray for his peace, let his heart be released of this pain.

[@ROCBOYZGURLZ]

Yeah he didn't even wait for them to bring it up

[@kreamdav]

@Myke Mynah Amen my brotha, I felt for him for sure

[@christinealling272]

Desmond Yates Thank you for this post. It hurts me when I see so much lack of humanity. Your compassion is beautiful.

[@jollyrancher9016]

Is born February 22nd meaning he's a Pisces/Aquarius cusp. Very sensitive, very prone to addiction and very emotional.

[@ivanrodriguez92]

Amen 🙏🏾

[@tinamarie2484]

Everytime he talks about it you can tell he's genuinely disturbed and sorry about the incident.

[@EricEz3000]

Yeah, he can't forgive himself.

[@darnellmurray1517]

tinamarie2484 omg

[@Kimmica20]

Exactly!

[@kevinross4162]

tinamarie2484 ... think about the number of people that take lives that aren't remorseful, or are dying inside and masking it.

[@Aryanbrotherhoodboxing]

tinamarie2484 you look like my ex wife, gosh I miss her

[@BenGetItIn]

Jayson Williams has PTSD, I pray that God's will provides peace to his mind.

[@apolloandphaedra6942]

btw , jason said his gym time , stupid time 4:44 , ... yall missed it haw?

[@all4onw428]

Aww, poor guy. I didn't hear that part but it's sad knowing he said he suffers from PTSD

[@d0cn0tes]

First time I've heard him admit to the cover up. Because part of his cover up was trying to bribe another man to take the blame.Kudos JWill !

[@gabebx4038]

BenGetItIn correct he paid his due lord hear his prayers

[@lleris74]

J.Williams is a good dude. He was very transparent, and that can help others. Thanks for this interview.

[@mr.hester5671]

alcoholism in the Black community is not a subject we address... largely ignored.... sad...

[@keithsmith7283]

Mr. Hester true and I'm glad I never picked up alcohol seen the problem from my dad when I was younger told myself never and I stuck to it!!!

[@mr.hester5671]

Erica M way to add something relevant to the conversation

[@angeleyes3319]

Big problem and it can hit the most esteemed families...alcoholism doesn't discriminate

[@MrBean617]

Mr. Hester I live it everyday.

[@bighorse215]

Alcohol isn't the problem it's the other stuff that people don't get resolved or know how to coop with. Alcohol is just the key to open the door to problems that need to be resolved from people's past. He gave up alcohol but replaced it with staying busy his problem is still there he just replaced it with something positive but that's still not helping him.

[@Accune]

People will forsake you ,but Jesus will never leave you or forsake you.

[@crimewavbeats5532]

Facts !

[@BeginAgainMC]

Accune Amen

[@enjoliloggins1589]

I Salute Jayson Williams for being so Transparent & Honest about alcohol & Drug Addiction his interview will help someone out there that needs the help #Blessings

[@meekbeing]

"I KNEW I needed my Dad. I wasn't going to leave my Dad. I KNEW I had issues and needed that structure!" Slamn. Such humility he had at a young age ... late teens - early 20s to recognize and confess then and now that he needed his dad. WOW #my2cents

[@toshathebeautiful8389]

That man had me in TEARS with his sincerity!.. 😭😭 i cannot watch a guy get emotional, i breakdown immediately!.. 😭😭😭.. 👏👏👏👏 #ImProud..

[@terrywest1190]

ToshaTheBeautiful you so sweet

[@StayHuman2011]

How can you KNOW he is sincere?

[@traveler7984]

StayHuman2011 It’s so obvious man did you even watch the video?

[@johnsondboss]

Phenomenal interview, I'm 19, I didn't know about him before this, but I'm glad I learned about him! 👏

[@kennethjacobs3716]

I'm 30 and I remember watching him. He was real solid. They just couldn't get past AI and the Sixers in the early 2000s

[@rbgrbg8780]

Kenneth Jacobs they lost to the Lakers back to back in the finals

[@efremrobinson2584]

He was actually good too i remember him in them days

[@SouthPawGirlie]

I am 41yrs old and he is still my crush.

[@darrisbrown123]

He recognizes his mistakes and in return now he is saving lives

[@travisshaw5548]

This is real and this is what being a man is about. Accepting your responsibilities, asking for forgiveness from God, the family, and you must forgive yourself. Let your tears out Mr. Williams and begin to move on.

[@bancomundo]

One their best interviews! Alcohol is number 1 worse drug, becuz people believe its not a drug

[@yondellanthony5199]

Kevin Clark I one hundred percent agree with you

[@yondellanthony5199]

cabebet nigga said copy that 😂

[@paultaylor3841]

Helluva interview!! Jayson was as forthcoming as anybody can be. CTG and Envy was hitting him with serious questions

[@ronnelldaniels3431]

I’ve never seen a man who really feels bad about what they’ve done and public about it to this level, he is really hurting and doing his best to kick the worst habit, alcoholism, real brotha right here, and may Jah bless his efforts

[@CodyCole80]

I always thought he was so handsome. He's even more attractive now. I ❤️ a man that can own up to his mistakes and try to make it right.

[@jtall867]

God bless this brother. I hope he continues to recover.

[@scramcarolina]

God Bless The Limo Driver Family as Well As Mr. Williams!...Great Interview!!

[@sqwale7]

This guy strikes me as a good man who made a mistake! Wish him the best.

[@chrisalexanderVOG]

Damn, Jayson Williams kicked so much game in this interview...James Dolan, Armon Gilliam, Charles Barkley and the NBA All-Star game. Wow. Great Interview.

[@msfelicia99]

Bless his heart. I can tell he has ptsd and is trying to work through it all. It takes a man to admit all this and face it too.

[@msfelicia99]

experience Uh ok

[@Broper1983]

This was the most humble Breakfast Club interview I’ve seen yet! I can tell he truly wants forgiveness for his past! Hopefully he finds his peace!

[@jeffsnow886]

He breaks down because he’s a genuinely good dude. He hurts because he took someone’s life. He was raised right. These kids out here could care less who’s life they have taken.

[@koaltech]

He OWNS it...to the core...the transparency. No excuses...

[@dabeastmalachi271]

took alot of courage to do this

[@MrFlyVisuals]

Jayson Williams low key threw shade at the breakfast club 😂😂 talking about " nah if I had gotten 35 million I would be right here with ya"

[@crimewavbeats5532]

I realized that after he said he made 90 million 😭🤣

[@rqdh22501]

Ha! Right

[@meganrobinson1707]

I pray for his healing. I pray that he forgives himself.

[@RealisticEnt]

I really hope charlemange gets to read this. You need sensitivity training. You shouldn't bombard suicidal people with suicide questions. Often its best for them not to think about suicide even in peaceful and happy times because hard times will always come back.

[@THEREAL_GZUS]

RealisticNMotion only ppl that been in mr Williams shoes will understand . U can tell his trying his best to keep it together .

[@RealisticEnt]

I know. And when a grown ass country man gets choked up, you know something is wrong.

[@222222e]

CTG just made an observation. He said it seems like hes running from something. He is. If he's suicidal is that CTG's fault? Jayson seems like he might not be all there up top. He might need to be in an institution.

[@MLKmath1]

222222e It’s not about an observation it’s about empathy, even therapist know to build re-pour with their client. He should keep that in mind especially because viewers offered him empathy with his situation.

[@callmestartirfe8465]

I agree

[@christopolisthagreat9895]

Breakfast Club always delivers, I was just Googling this guy a few days ago to see what he was up to because he was one of my favorite role player big man in the NBA coming up as a kid.

[@ibeg2differpodcast635]

Great interview! Rehabilitation is real people!

[@divalova34]

I wish Jayson Williams so much peace and love. I really loved how he owned being a coward and how regretful he was. Admitting your mistakes is huge and he's going the work to be better. Loved the interview. It was honest, sincere and was needed.

[@divalova34]

Doing* the work..

[@Shaynesnypes]

Dope interview. I know it's not easy to tell a real story like this

[@SherriaJ]

You can tell this man has a genuine and good heart. I love the way he lights up when he talks about his rehab center.

[@woodsoncircle]

Jayson spilled his heart and seems very sincere. Good interview and I wish him all the best.

[@epickillacam]

Breakfast club is really becoming bigger than music

[@bishopartsyoga]

Everybody deserves #a2ndchance, even Jayson Williams!

[@Ijusbpostin]

He is very, very, very remorseful. It's been 15 years and he still can barely talk about it.

[@walenalivingprayingdancing4215]

I love his openness and honesty....I pray he find healing and peace! I feel his pain....my heart goes out to him!!!!!! Man...my God...he's a inspiration...we don't know why things happen and why things the way it is......May God bless this man of God....my brother in Christ 🛐😓

[@quaramel5974]

I just wanna give him a hug. His heart is heavy and he has to relive this everyday.

[@jjayphilly342]

He EASILY had the best house on MTV Cribs.

[@raycashmilwaukee]

Redman

[@tropiclush89]

BLACK FLAG MAFIA 414 😂😂😂 nah that one dude from jackass, i think party boy. He lived in the illest pick up truck.

[@normdobbz210]

jjayphilly facts!

[@normdobbz210]

He went straight into his past without them even asking.... super honest interview!

[@lionelt7882]

jjayphilly Yoooo thats the first thing I thought of. Hands down, best crib

[@cjdumont84]

I lived right next to Jayson when he played for Philadelphia and the guy was the man. He took me to a pizza shop in his Lamborghini Diablo. Can’t tell you how cool I felt as a 10 year old.

[@carlosgodbold2988]

LMAO HE PLAYED THE SHIT OUT OF THEM IF I HAD $35,000,000 I'LL BE RIGHT HERE WITH YALL

[@jagger3607]

I noticed that too. I was like ouch

[@blueusher]

One of the bravest most introspective and heartbreakingly honest interviews I have seen in a while. Man, I have a hard time getting over my defensiveness and passive aggressive behavior in general and this man (I repeat, man) opened up about his present darkness. He needs us and I need him. My hero in this moment. Keep moving, keep fighting and know that despite it all you are doing what you need to do.

[@johndough7346]

You can hear him trying to hold back tears I pray for you 🙏

[@obinna9118]

Dj envy be like "for those who dont know at home what is basketball..."

[@tylaititi5356]

Trill this is getting old now .....

[@MikeyBee-]

😂😂😂

[@lifestraight]

Ty Laititi Shit been old for 3 years

[@angeleyes3319]

+lifestraight But he keeps doing it so it still makes the joke relevant

[@BSA_est94]

Ty Laititi nah shits still funny lol

[@shennamonique9073]

Great interview. I hope he continues to recover and help as many people as possible ❤

[@millyionnnn]

Awesome interview! Glad to see him putting in that work for people who truly need it.

[@fredsanders5357]

I too suffer from alcoholism serious disease two years & counting

[@carlparker5476]

Fred Sanders hope you get better soon

[@ThePecanTan]

Good luck.

[@MrBean617]

Fred Sanders Three years for me.

[@fredsanders5357]

Right on

[@PlayaflyJoe27]

16 for me. I know I need help

[@TheTaekwon3]

Respect for dude

[@jacquesgardner143]

It's all about forgiveness and sobriety starting over and claiming your now

[@angelaroberts2882]

He reminds me of my dad who passed away this year and had some of the same issues he had dealing with addiction and guilt of past decisions. I pray he can heal and grow. This is deep and important for us to remember that we are not immune to life happening so we all need to be vigilant to make the best choices possible so that we never live with regret.

[@KristenKimberly]

You're right. My condolences. 🙏🏽

[@SuperFunkykool]

He's very nervous but stay strong bro and hope you get rid of your demons and be healthy

[@sipthisteadineva7351]

All will be ok Mr Williams 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@terronhill9185]

Sipthistea Dineva Amen

[@sever427]

Yo this dude is the best storyteller

[@XCLent0]

Much respect to the Breakfast Club and Jayson Williams for this excellent interview.

[@shantel2472]

Wow you never know what somebody is going through.

[@thetruth5635]

That was a great interview . Poor dude is going through a lot . Happy he continues to help others good job j Williams

[@cardi5]

I am only 6 minutes into this interview and my heart is swelling listening to his grief. I remember when this happened.

[@kennethrose7446]

Im usually a fan of Charlemagne but after this interview i can honestly see why people call him the drama queen. He seemed so umempathetic i understand we all have certain agendas to forward but come on Cuz.

[@btchnotme1587]

Kenneth Rose That's his training from his time with Wendy. I guess once you learn it you never lose it.

[@kikistewart4950]

yeah sometimes that extra shit not necessary...straight up wack...let this man deal with his demons

[@headphonesz6527]

He calls himself a god. That's all I have to hear to not believe a damn word he says

[@walenalivingprayingdancing4215]

I felt the same way

[@BIGGWILL369]

@@headphonesz6527 exactly. Calling yourself a God means you ain't one!

[@mlopez172068]

This man is the true definition of there being light, at the end of dark tunnel.

[@DiaAkin]

One of the most important guests ever. No entertainment. Just real life and a man accepting full responsibility for his actions and showing its never too late for change.

[@jordanodom11]

Salute.. definitely gotta tip my hat to him

[@mauricemaurice123]

Jordan Odom For what exactly?

[@jordanodom11]

Maur Ice owning up to what he did wrong for one, two.. admitting that he has a problem, and working to better himself as well as others. Instead of living in lies and making excuses for himself

[@keithmoses9663]

Mad Love n Respect to this brother!!!!!!.... he a Real dude!... Life is hard but fair...

[@verinb9]

"Motivation again was supplying me is no longer providing me, Jayson Williams something killed whatever was driving me..."(Joey-Black Cloud)

[@1stAccessTV]

"He who is without sin"! "Cast the first stone"!

[@youdunknow]

Finally a decent interview

[@mauricemaurice123]

Akeem Spencer Because Yee wasn't there.

[@spongebob03]

I wasn't until half way through the interview that I realized she wasn't there.

[@06Nylah]

Maur Ice No because they let him talk. He took control over the interview, even when Charlemagne kept trying to revert him back to the negative.

[@thatlsk]

Akeem Spencer because Yee ain't there

[@Mrs51315]

So he's a recovering addict... I recognize the lingo! 1 is too many and 100p isn't enough! Prayers for the still suffering addict!

[@pimpjuice811]

I fuks with Jayson Williams.....real nigga right here.

[@angelcrispin5100]

Jason William,great interview,I am a recovering addict too who has got 19-1/2 years clean and sober,get a sponsor do the steps then freely give it back that's how it work.

[@kristintee6808]

People now THIS is how you OWN YOUR SHIT! Good dude!

[@lct8954]

whoever booked this interview, thank you. always loved Jayson Williams one of the ppl I looked up to when I played ball as a kid. Easily a top 10 breakfast club iview in my opinion

[@MrBean617]

He was holding back tears.

[@kikistewart4950]

most sincere interview i ever watched..I pray god continues to walk with this man and heal his demons

[@samestuffdifferentday5712]

Dmx needs to go to jaysons rebound center.

[@laland209]

I feel like cta doesn't get enough credit. He's a great interviewer! Every time Jayson almost broke down he really lighten the mood and brought him back up.

[@queentavia]

Y'all need to chill. He didn't kill him maliciously

[@thegremlinsmurf]

My Lord And Savior Frieza Christ let's see someone in your family accidentally kill someone and see how you react. You guys always want to look at one side that supports your point.

[@queentavia]

Young Poppy this pic on ig dumb as I never had a MySpace

[@queentavia]

thegremlinsmurf I have. And at the end of the day he served his time. I don't judge anyone im not GOD

[@Coolness18304]

Queen Tavia yeah but that was his second shooting

[@thethrill6099]

Queen Tavia u are very pretty

[@graciequiltingandcorner]

That's thing I loved about Jason Williams he loves to talk and will give a detailed story!

[@coreyadams1982]

I'm glad Angela Yee isn't there with her stories, Angela Yee, "My Aunt in Jersey has shot gun.....

[@mdkvisions]

Lol

[@BIGGWILL369]

LOL

[@1Butterfly404]

😆😆😆😩!!!!Facts!

[@logan9920]

😝

[@rickegillison2569]

His honesty and heart was refreshing! Enjoyed it immensely!

[@dsp8884]

the fear and hurt can be heard in his voice. if you are a close friend or family embrace Ahki. Literally hearing a cry for help. tormenting.

[@tiffinihall]

God Bless you J.Williams... I'm praying for you thru this journey. Claiming victory over your life. Peace and Love to the families of everyone involved.

[@Justheresoiwontgetfined]

He's speaking for alot of people. Alcoholism is very difficult to admit to

[@nutmaster652]

man he seems like a really amazing dude, may god bless his soul and grant him healing

[@walenalivingprayingdancing4215]

nut master Amen!!!! I feel the same way!🛐

[@realpeopleoftheinternet]

He was very open in this interview.. GREAT Job brother James

[@sweetsam2209]

Great interview! He’s a honest, humble man. Keep him in Prayer🙏🏾He’s a working progress.

[@2000Ajerrell]

Great interview, this man has been to hell and back and he's truly remorseful. Great to see him doing well again and trying to help others.

[@silentstorm2932]

I sincerely pray that he eventually finds peace and healing he has started the process it will be hard but I pray he gets through this that is a heavy burden my prayers are with him and his limo drivers family this is heartbreaking and even more to watch I pray all is well Mr Williams! 😊😊

[@rjexclusiv3]

He still has a good sense of humor lol. Them damn nuts!! Lmbao

[@mikete2223]

J.Wiilliams....St. John's finest...a real working NBA dude....glad to see he is doing well now...

[@aakim58]

This is an excellent interview.

[@MickNash69]

God bless, you can hear the humility, regret, and sadness in his voice. He is genuinely sorry you can tell, his actions & words show it.

[@stanleysantos8422]

He's definitely one of the realest,I've read both his books I highly recommend them.

[@mostwantedjames]

This has to be one of the best Breakfast Club interviews I've seen yet. This man has truly never really forgiven himself, he's taking responsibility for his actions, and he seems like a genuinely great guy who made one bad mistake

[@Pankueis]

Best interview in a while man

[@nicolelattimore8301]

Great interview and applaud him for being open and discussing the lifelong struggle with addiction.