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Venom · 01-23-2004, 06:59 PM

Vin Baker was suspended indefinitely by the Boston Celtics on Friday for failing to comply with his aftercare program.

The suspension took effect immediately, and Baker missed the Celtics' game against the Washington Wizards.
It's the second time this season that Baker, who struggled with alcoholism last spring, has been suspended by the team for failing to comply with his recovery program. On Jan. 7, he was suspended for three games.

The team said it was notified of the violation by a doctor jointly selected by Baker and the team to oversee his aftercare. The Celtics did not specify the nature of the violation.

"We were sorry to learn of Vin's noncompliance," team CEO and managing partner Wyc Grousbeck said. "As we have said throughout this process, we will continue to wish Vin the very best in his aftercare and will refrain from further comment."

Baker practiced with the team Thursday, but he had not gotten off the bench in three of five games since returning from his first suspension.

That just goes to show that money doesn't mean a thing unless your happy with yourself. Money just intensifies your problems and weaknesses. My prayers go out the Baker because he's a good man.

01-23-2004, 06:59 PM	#1
Venom Club Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Bolingbrook, IL Posts: 1,906	Bad News 'Bout Vin Baker...... Vin Baker was suspended indefinitely by the Boston Celtics on Friday for failing to comply with his aftercare program. The suspension took effect immediately, and Baker missed the Celtics' game against the Washington Wizards. It's the second time this season that Baker, who struggled with alcoholism last spring, has been suspended by the team for failing to comply with his recovery program. On Jan. 7, he was suspended for three games. The team said it was notified of the violation by a doctor jointly selected by Baker and the team to oversee his aftercare. The Celtics did not specify the nature of the violation. "We were sorry to learn of Vin's noncompliance," team CEO and managing partner Wyc Grousbeck said. "As we have said throughout this process, we will continue to wish Vin the very best in his aftercare and will refrain from further comment." Baker practiced with the team Thursday, but he had not gotten off the bench in three of five games since returning from his first suspension. That just goes to show that money doesn't mean a thing unless your happy with yourself. Money just intensifies your problems and weaknesses. My prayers go out the Baker because he's a good man. __________________ "It's rare today that a man can enjoy a good cigar, a glass of fine scotch, and the company of a good friend." - Denny Crane-