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08:06 AM ET 02.29 | For some, the start of the regular season helped their financial picture, but not Delonte West. Conservative estimates indicate that West has made more than $14 million in his NBA career. But he sold jewelry, cars and even slept in the Mavericks' dressing room at the starting of the season to extend his paycheck. ... [West said] he had trouble getting an apartment because of his criminal record. The Mavericks could get him a hotel room during training camp. But once the season started, he was left to fend for himself because it would have been considered an extra contract benefit. West told the Dallas paper that he either lived in the team locker room or his car.

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February 29, 2012 08:13 AM ET

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Get that finger well, young man.

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February 29, 2012 08:31 AM ET

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what the heck is wrong with these "ballers" and their financial matters?

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February 29, 2012 08:32 AM ET

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West also goes in about Lebron's mom.. he claims did nothing... dont believe that though...

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February 29, 2012 08:34 AM ET

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You can always find a bedroom in Jail

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February 29, 2012 09:00 AM ET

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Originally posted 08:45 AM ET 02.29 by ColoradoBanger

14 million doesn't go as far in today's economy.

I could live off of 14 million for 5 years..... it's about being financially smart.... The two things that drained his pockets up above: Cars and jewelry....

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February 29, 2012 09:00 AM ET

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Originally posted 08:13 AM ET 02.29 by Otis B. Driftwood

Get that finger well, young man.

Gloria was in Dallas on Valentine's day to take care of the finger. But I don't know about this Lebron dude. First he won't go find his father... now he can't find his stepfather a place to stay when he's in need... what a useless stepson!

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February 29, 2012 09:09 AM ET

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Originally posted 09:06 AM ET 02.29 by MMAFan

Fixed

LMAO!!!! Thank You MMA!!!

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February 29, 2012 09:17 AM ET

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Originally posted 09:00 AM ET 02.29 by Ziggy The Fresh Prince Of Cali

I could live off of 14 million for 5 years..... it's about being financially smart.... The two things that drained his pockets up above: Cars and jewelry....

He couldn't get a place to stay not because he can't afford it but due to the fact that no one will rent to someone with a criminal record.

Lostwill

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February 29, 2012 09:25 AM ET

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Originally posted 09:23 AM ET 02.29 by MMAFan

I don't think hotels check your police record. I'm sure he had other alternatives besides his car if he had money.

Drama sells...