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Lamar Odom showing signs of recovery - reports

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Lamar Odom, the two-time NBA champion and reality TV star fighting for his life after a brothel binge, has regained consciousness in a Las Vegas hospital, US media say (AFP Photo/Kevork Djansezian)

Los Angeles (AFP) - Lamar Odom, the two-time NBA champion and reality TV star fighting for his life after a brothel binge, has regained consciousness in a Las Vegas hospital, US media said Friday.

ESPN, citing unnamed sources, said the 35-year-old was even able to speak a few words and USA Today, citing a source at Sunrise Hospital, reported he opened his eyes and appeared to react to voices and other sounds.