What happened to Chris Herren Jr?
Jul 05, 2015 · Chris Herren Managed to Complete Rehab The young athlete transferred to Fresno State where he finished his sophomore year as a high scorer, but a positive drug test the following November landed him in rehab for 28 days. Herren managed to complete rehab, graduated from Fresno State in 1999, and was selected by the Denver Nuggets at the NBA Draft.
When did Chris Herren get clean from addiction?
Nov 02, 2011 · He was given a second chance in Las Vegas at Fresno State where he shined as their star point guard but would again struggle with drugs. He went to drug rehab for 28 days and came back to school and basketball. Herren wasn’t ready to stay sober. Herren would leave Fresno State and be drafted by the Denver Nuggets.
What high school did Ron Herren go to?
Apr 30, 2018 · “Liz and Chris Mullin reached out to me and gave me the greatest gift any family could give someone, a chance to get well,” said Herren. After 14 …
Who is San Diego’s Chris Herren?
Jul 12, 2021 · Each has exemplified the “power of one” philosophy by harnessing their unique power as individuals to enact positive change and influence in advancing our mission. This starts from the ground up, beginning with our organization’s namesake, Chris Herren, and his wife, Heather. Together, Chris and Heather made it possible to do the life ...
How long has Chris Herren been sober for?
Herren has been sober for 13 years. The birth of his youngest son convinced him to turn his life around.Nov 11, 2020
Where does Chris Herren live now?
Portsmouth"A lot of young adults are struggling and their parents are witnesses," says Herren, who lives in Portsmouth.Mar 7, 2018
Where did Chris Herren attend high school?
B.M.C Durfee High SchoolCalifornia State University, FresnoBoston CollegeChris Herren/Education
Where did Chris Herren go to college?
California State University, FresnoBoston CollegeChris Herren/College
What The Herren Project does
Since 2011, The Herren Project has increased awareness and treatment of substance abuse.
How Herren is spreading his message
Herren, now 43, is now looking to the younger generation to continue his work.
Youth and high school
Herren attended B.M.C. Durfee High School in Fall River, Massachusetts, from 1990 to 1994. His family's history at Durfee includes his father, grandfather, older brother, and three uncles who played basketball. Herren finished his career at Durfee High with a total of 2,073 points, the most career points in school history.
College basketball
Herren turned down offers from The University of Kentucky and Duke University to play at Boston College. Entering Boston College, Herren was featured in multiple magazines such as Rolling Stone and Sports Illustrated, hyping his possible success. Before playing, Herren failed a drug test for marijuana and cocaine use.
Professional basketball, 1999–2006
After his senior year at Fresno State, Herren entered the NBA draft and was selected by the Denver Nuggets in the second round with the 33rd overall pick. The following year as a member of the Boston Celtics, Herren received his first time as a regular starter. After starting 2–3, coach Rick Pitino inserted him into the starting lineup.
Drug usage
Herren struggled with substance use for much of his career. While playing for the Boston Celtics, Herren started to use painkillers such as OxyContin, Vicodin, and Percocet. In December 2007, Herren was charged with possession of heroin in the parking lot of a Dunkin' Donuts in Portsmouth, Rhode Island.
Recovery
After completing intensive rehabilitation programs, Herren has been alcohol and drug-free since August 1, 2008. In June 2009, Herren launched Hoop Dreams with Chris Herren, a basketball player development company to mentor players on and off the court.
Celebrating One Decade
This year, Herren Project is celebrating its tenth anniversary as a nonprofit organization. To commemorate this occasion and kick off our 2021 Empowerment Appeal, we focus on the people who have positively impacted Herren Project and the cause of addiction in their own unique ways.
Chris and Heather Herren
When we think of the “power of one,” it is impossible not to consider the profound impact Chris and Heather Herren have made in the lives of millions of people around the globe.
How can you be a Power of One?
As Herren Project kicks off its annual appeal, we ask you to ask yourself, “how can you be a power of one?” Whether through sharing your time, talent, or treasures, we have the power to come together to bring hope and healing to those affected by addiction to drugs and alcohol.
RECOVERY
Herren Wellness is a residential substance use, health and wellness organization for men and women with locations in Massachusetts and Virginia. Since 2018, Herren Wellness has been providing recovery holistic wellness services to positively impact the lives of individuals and families.
OUR APPROACH
Once you are a guest at Herren Wellness, you become part of our family. We know that recovery, from anything, is about uncovering the life experiences, personal relationships, wellness habits, and external influences that lead people to substance use.
2021 National Recovery Month: RECOVERY IS FOR EVERYONE
RECOVERY IS FOR EVERYONE: Every Person, Every Family, Every Community is the theme 2021 National Recovery Month. In its 32nd year, National [...]
Overview
Christopher Albert Herren (born September 27, 1975) is an American former professional basketball player and motivational speaker. He played in the NBA and several leagues overseas.
Youth and high school
Herren attended B.M.C. Durfee High School in Fall River, Massachusetts, from 1990 to 1994. His family's history at Durfee includes his father, grandfather, older brother, and three uncles who played basketball. Herren finished his career at Durfee High with a total of 2,073 points, the most career points in school history. In his senior year, Herren was named The Boston Globe and Gatoradeplayer of the year. He also was named to the McDonald's All-America Team. Herren w…
College basketball
Herren turned down offers from the University of Kentucky and Duke University to play at Boston College. Entering Boston College, Herren was featured in multiple magazines such as Rolling Stone and Sports Illustrated, hyping his possible success. Before playing, Herren failed a drug test for marijuana and cocaine use. On November 25, 1994, in his first game for Boston College, Herren scored 14 points in 21 minutes of playing time, but broke his wrist and was ruled out for t…
Professional basketball (1999–2006)
After his senior year at Fresno State, Herren entered the NBA draft and was selected by the Denver Nuggets in the second round with the 33rd overall pick. The following year as a member of the Boston Celtics, Herren received his first time as a regular starter. After starting 2–3, coach Rick Pitinoinserted him into the starting lineup. He started seven games in a row, resulting in a 4–3 record while playing 29 minutes per night. He was later released by the Celtics. Herren ended up …
Drug usage
Herren struggled with substance use for much of his career. While playing for the Boston Celtics, Herren started to use painkillers such as OxyContin, Vicodin, and Percocet. In December 2007, Herren was charged with possession of heroin in the parking lot of a Dunkin' Donuts in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. In June 2008 in Fall River, Herren overdosed on heroin and crashed into a utility pole. According to paramedics, he was allegedly dead for thirty seconds.
Recovery
After completing intensive rehabilitation programs, Herren has been alcohol and drug-free since August 1, 2008. In June 2009, he launched Hoop Dreams with Chris Herren, a basketball player development company to mentor players on and off the court. Herren wrote a book with Providence Journalcolumnist Bill Reynolds entitled Basketball Junkie: A Memoir, documenting his career on and off the court. Basketball Junkie was released in May 2011. In 2011, ESPN aired a …
External links
• Career statistics and player information from NBA.com and Basketball-Reference.com