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Released from prison in 2023, Crittenton's story serves as a poignant reminder of how personal choices and a failure to correct destructive behaviors can overshadow an athlete's potential for greatness.
Keith Appling: A Promising Career Cut Short
Keith Appling’s tale is particularly tragic given his promising basketball career. After performing well in college and even making it to the NBA, Appling's life took a downward turn. He faced various legal troubles, including a heroin-related charge in 2020.