Lamar Odom changes his life after being inspired by an attempted murderer

A talk with an old friend helped Lamar Odom realize what he's been doing wrong all these years.

Lamar Odom recently did an exclusive interview in the wake of checking himself into rehab in an effort to get his life back on track.

The interview won't be aired until his rehab is finished, but that isn't the important story. What inspired Odom to take the next step to better himself before completely self-destructing?

According to TMZ, Odom had a visit with an old friend who didn't hold back on him.

William Gregory, currently serving a 26-year prison sentence, had one chance to talk with his childhood friend. Attempted murder has halted his life, but he doesn't feel it should be the case for anyone else, especially Odom.

Gregory's heart to heart about redemption to Odom made a strong impact on the former NBA champion.

The talk apparently inspired Odom to get his life together and check into rehab. No matter how he deals with his issues, fans, players, and people everywhere are pulling for Odom to make it.