What we know about arrests in FBI's illegal gambling investigation
Published: 10/23/2025
Key figures including NBA players and a coach were arrested in connection with alleged illegal sports betting schemes following a multi-year FBI investigation targeting fraud and organized crime. The operation involves two major indictments, one focused on players manipulating wagers by faking injuries, and the other on a complex poker ring involving professional athletes and crime families in New York. Authorities have indicted a total of 34 defendants, including notable individuals like Miami Heat player Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, with ties to the fraudulent activities. The NBA has responded by placing Rozier and Billups on immediate leave, emphasizing the league's commitment to maintaining the integrity of the sport.
