When cocaine ruled the NBA: Drugs were everywhere, it was like a fad'

Michael Jordan's recollection from The Last Dance reveals the shocking drug culture in the NBA during the 1980s, where he was tempted before turning away for his own future.

Micheal Ray Richardson's career ended with a lifetime ban, highlighting the drastic measures taken by NBA Commissioner David Stern to eliminate the rampant drug use in the league.

The shocking statistics from the early 80s, estimating that 40% to 75% of players used cocaine, underline the pervasive substance abuse that plagued the NBA during this tumultuous period.

The Bulls before Jordan were labeled the 'travelling cocaine circus,' reflecting a damaging reputation that the league struggled to shake off as it approached a new era.

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