Lamar Odom has made over $50,000 in his first week on OnlyFans.

The former Los Angeles Lakers player became the first NBA star to join the adults-only subscription platform late last month, and the 46-year-old sportsman is so delighted with the response to his account so far that he's determined to convince other athletes to join up too.

He said in a statement: "The response to my OnlyFans has been incredible.

"I'm connecting with fans in a whole new way, building something big, and now I'm looking to bring other athletes along for the ride.

"There's a real opportunity here, and we're just getting started."

Lamar - who welcomed cameras into his personal life on Keeping Up with the Kardashians and spin-off show Khloe and Lamar during his marriage to Khloe Kardashian - previously teased fans will get to connect with him on a "whole different level" on OnlyFans.

He told People magazine in a statement: "I've lived a lot of my life in the public eye, but trust me, there's still a side of Lamar Odom you haven't seen.

"Joining OnlyFans gives me a chance to connect with my fans on a whole different level, without all the filters."

Lamar teased fans can expect "a little bit of everything, some surprises, and maybe a few things you wouldn't expect from me."

He added: "I'm not giving away too much just yet. You'll have to subscribe to find out. Just know I'm keeping it real, and nothing's off the table."

And the retired basketball player teased he has some "surprises" up his sleeve.

He told TMZ: "I've lived a pretty wild life, and trust me, there are still a few surprises left.

"I've always been an open book, but there are some chapters people haven't seen yet."

Lamar's girlfriend, Rachel Bradley, whom he revealed he was dating back in April, has also signed up for an OnlyFans account, and a source told TMZ they "may film content together" in the future.

Lamar has struggled with addiction over the years and, in 2015, his life was left hanging in the balance following an overdose.

He recently praised ex-wife Khloe and her family for their support during the toughest times in his life.

Speaking on the Nothing's Off The Table with Louis Ruggiero podcast, he said earlier this month: "My heart was just broken and getting stronger at the same time.

"I'm grateful for that family for trying to take care of me as best as they can. No bulls***."