After being arrested for DUI over the weekend, the downward spiral Lamar Odom is heading will need some legal firepower from OJ Simpson's lawyer Robert Shapiro, according to TMZ.

TMZ reported that Odom Odom was pulled over on the 101 Freeway for going too slow and drove three exits before finally coming to a stop:

"He was pulled over on the 101 Freeway for going too slow - 50 MPH. Lamar initially did not respond to cops, and drove 3 exits before finally coming to a stop. He showed obvious signs of intoxication."

When he finally stopped, Odom failed numerous field sobriety tests and refused to participate in any chemical tests. He was being held on $15,000 bail nearby San Fernando Valley station. Since he refused to submit to a blood-alcohol test he'll automatically get his driver's license yanked for 1 year.

He hired Shapiro in what promises to be a sticky situation.

Shapiro is known for plea bargaining. These cases are pretty standard -- he'll probably plead no contest to one count of DUI and get probation. He'll also be required to attend an alcohol ed class.

At this stage, basketball is no longer a priority and hopefully Odom finds his way back to the person that made him a fan favorite in Los Angeles.

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