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The accident that severely impacted Hamilton's family and subsequently his career marked the beginning of a downward spiral. Following the incident, Hamilton experienced excruciating back pain, sidelining him from the game he loved. Left without supervision and yearning for escape, he fell into substance abuse, initially experimenting with alcohol and cocaine in 2002. This period of indulgence culminated in a series of suspensions and rehabs, with Hamilton’s professional career in jeopardy as he battled addiction.