D'Angelo Russell Stopped At LaGuardia For Stashing Weed In Arizona Can

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D’Angelo Russel Stopped At LaGuardia For Weed Possession

D’Angelo Russell was coming back from Louisville when he was stopped at LaGuardia Airport by authorities, according to TMZ.

The baller ended up being flagged due to a suspicious can of Arizona Iced Tea. When authorities went to search it, they found marijuana stashed away inside. Fortunately for D’Angelo, he didn’t end up getting into too much trouble, as he was simply cited for possession of marijuana (under 50 grams). After the citation, Russell was told he could leave.

Since the incident, the Nets issued a statement on the incident saying “We have been made aware of the situation involving D’Angelo Russell and are in the process of gathering more information at this time.”

Even though others online and in the media choose to make fun of Russell for his little mishap, others are actually offering him their support. Among those who are standing by Russell’s side is former NBA player Stephen Jackson, who has become an advocate for marijuana during his retirement. Jackson took to Instagram to send a message to Russell, explaining how he should have been smarter and in general, weed shouldn’t be so heavily stigmatized.