NBA Gambling Investigation
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones is expected to plead guilty to wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy on May 6, 2026, in connection with the NBA gambling scandal, for allegedly profiting from rigged poker games and providing insider information on player injuries. As of April 16, 2026: Jones is the latest figure implicated in a federal investigation that has led to over 30 arrests across 11 states, with Jontay Porter already pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud. The scandal involves figures like Terry Rozier and Chauncey Billups, and has revealed connections to organized crime families, with Timothy McCormack receiving a two-year prison sentence for his involvement in an illegal gambling ring.
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April 2026 — 2 developments
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones is expected to be the first to plead guilty in the NBA gambling scandal, with a change-of-plea hearing scheduled for May 6.
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones is expected to be the first to plead guilty in the NBA gambling scandal, with a change-of-plea hearing scheduled for May 6. Jones faces charges of wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy for allegedly profiting from rigged poker games and providing insider information on player injuries.
Jontay Porter has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud for his role in a scheme to manipulate NBA games for betting purposes.
Jontay Porter has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud for his role in a scheme to manipulate NBA games for betting purposes. This plea is part of a broader federal investigation that has led to over 30 arrests across 11 states, implicating figures like Terry Rozier, Chauncey Billups, and Damon Jones in illegal sports betting and rigged poker games.
March 2026 — 2 developments
The Charlotte Hornets have sent a 2026 second-round draft pick to the Miami Heat to resolve a disput…
The Charlotte Hornets have sent a 2026 second-round draft pick to the Miami Heat to resolve a dispute stemming from Terry Rozier's involvement in a gambling conspiracy at the time of their January 2024 trade. The Heat contended the Hornets knew about the investigation and should have provided extra compensation.
Basketball Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups and current player Terry Rozier are scheduled for federal court status hearings on March 3, 2026, in their illegal gambling cases.
Basketball Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups and current player Terry Rozier are scheduled for federal court status hearings on March 3, 2026, in their illegal gambling cases. Billups, accused of conspiring with the mafia to rig illegal poker games, pleaded not guilty in November 2025 to charges including wire fraud and conspiracy. At least 30 people are involved in the proceedings in Brooklyn.
February 2026 — 2 developments
Journalist Pablo Torre has identified former NBA player Antonio Blakeney as "Co-Conspirator 1" in th…
Journalist Pablo Torre has identified former NBA player Antonio Blakeney as "Co-Conspirator 1" in the "Nothing But Bet" federal indictment, suggesting he may be the origin of the betting scheme. Blakeney is accused of accepting $200,000 for his alleged involvement in point-shaving and game-fixing during the 2022-2023 CBA season.
An arbitrator has ruled in favor of Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, ordering the NBA to release his full $26.
An arbitrator has ruled in favor of Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, ordering the NBA to release his full $26.6 million salary for the 2025-26 season. The league had placed his salary on hold following his arrest in October 2025 in connection with a federal gambling investigation. The arbitrator cited contract law and the Collective Bargaining Agreement in their decision.
January 2026 — 4 developments
Federal prosecutors are reportedly expanding their investigation into the NBA gambling scandal, now …
Federal prosecutors are reportedly expanding their investigation into the NBA gambling scandal, now looking into additional games beyond the initial seven mentioned in last fall's indictment.
Indictments unsealed on October 23, 2025, charged 31 individuals, including alleged members of the G…
Indictments unsealed on October 23, 2025, charged 31 individuals, including alleged members of the Genovese, Bonanno, and Gambino organized crime families, in connection with the NBA gambling scandal. This reveals the specific organized crime groups involved in the scheme.
Timothy McCormack received a two-year prison sentence for his involvement in an illegal gambling ring that used non-public information for wagers on NBA player performances.
Timothy McCormack received a two-year prison sentence for his involvement in an illegal gambling ring that used non-public information for wagers on NBA player performances.
An FBI probe revealed that former player Jontay Porter amassed large gambling debts with New York Ci…
An FBI probe revealed that former player Jontay Porter amassed large gambling debts with New York City mafia enforcers and was allegedly banned in April 2025 for taking dives in games, including faking an eye injury, to pay off these debts.
December 2025 — 3 developments
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier's attorneys have filed a motion to dismiss charges in a federal gambling case.
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier's attorneys have filed a motion to dismiss charges in a federal gambling case.
Following the recent arrests, the NBA announces new sports betting policies for its teams, including…
Following the recent arrests, the NBA announces new sports betting policies for its teams, including stricter injury reporting rules, as part of its ongoing efforts to maintain game integrity.
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier pleaded not guilty to wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy charges in federal court and was released on a $3 million bond.
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier pleaded not guilty to wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy charges in federal court and was released on a $3 million bond.
November 2025 — 2 developments
The NBA has hired a law firm to conduct its own investigation into the sports betting allegations, following federal indictments against Terry Rozier and Damon Jones.
The NBA has hired a law firm to conduct its own investigation into the sports betting allegations, following federal indictments against Terry Rozier and Damon Jones.
Former NBA player Damon Jones pleaded not guilty on November 6, 2025, to charges related to illegal gambling rings and rigged poker games.
Former NBA player Damon Jones pleaded not guilty on November 6, 2025, to charges related to illegal gambling rings and rigged poker games. He was arrested on October 24, 2025, and released on a $200,000 bond. Jones is accused of using insider information on NBA injuries and participating in schemes that allegedly generated over $7 million.
October 2025 — 8 developments
On October 23, 2025, 34 individuals, including current and former NBA players and a coach, were arrested and indicted as part of an FBI investigation into illegal gambling.
On October 23, 2025, 34 individuals, including current and former NBA players and a coach, were arrested and indicted as part of an FBI investigation into illegal gambling. The charges include conducting rigged sports betting and poker games, with allegations that some manipulated playing time to profit sports bettors. This federal probe also involved organized crime elements.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver expressed deep disturbance over the gambling scandal that led to the arrests of Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver expressed deep disturbance over the gambling scandal that led to the arrests of Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier. This official reaction came a day after the arrests were reported.
Six defendants, including former and current NBA players Terry Rozier and Damon Jones, were charged …
Six defendants, including former and current NBA players Terry Rozier and Damon Jones, were charged on October 23, 2025, with wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy for allegedly using inside information from NBA players and coaches for illegal betting. In response to the FBI's probe, the NBA is implementing new policies, including changes to injury reporting rules and urging gaming companies to modify prop bet offerings.
New allegations have surfaced detailing rigged poker games, allegedly involving altered shuffling decks and X-ray poker tables, ongoing since at least 2019.
New allegations have surfaced detailing rigged poker games, allegedly involving altered shuffling decks and X-ray poker tables, ongoing since at least 2019. Chauncey Billups is accused of acting as a lure for the mafia, using his celebrity status to attract high rollers to these rigged games in various cities. Terry Rozier is also implicated in these allegations.
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier will not receive his salary while on leave due to his arrest on federal gambling charges.
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier will not receive his salary while on leave due to his arrest on federal gambling charges. This is a new consequence following his involvement in the illegal sports betting scheme.
Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier were arrested on October 23, 2025, as part of the FBI gambling investigation.
Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier were arrested on October 23, 2025, as part of the FBI gambling investigation. A March 2023 game saw unusual 'under' bets on Rozier before he left the game early.
In a separate, wide-ranging FBI investigation, current Miami Heat player Terry Rozier, Portland Trai…
In a separate, wide-ranging FBI investigation, current Miami Heat player Terry Rozier, Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups, and former player Damon Jones are among 34 people arrested and indicted for alleged involvement in rigged sports betting and poker games. Both Rozier and Billups are placed on indefinite leave by the NBA.
Former NBA player Damon Jones has pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, becoming the first to do so in the federal gambling sweep.
Former NBA player Damon Jones has pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, becoming the first to do so in the federal gambling sweep. Federal prosecutors have also filed additional charges against Terry Rozier, accusing him of sports bribery and honest services fraud for allegedly agreeing to exit a game early for gamblers. The FBI's investigation has revealed connections to Mafia crime families, including the Bonanno, Gambino, Genovese, and Luchese families, involved in rigged poker games and illegal sports betting.
June 2024 — 1 developments
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier has been indicted on new federal charges, including sports bribery and…
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier has been indicted on new federal charges, including sports bribery and honest services wire fraud, in connection with the ongoing NBA gambling investigation. Prosecutors allege Rozier accepted a bribe to influence a game's outcome by providing inside information related to an injury. He has pleaded not guilty to the original charges.
April 2024 — 1 developments
Jontay Porter has been banned for life from the NBA for violating league gambling rules.
Jontay Porter has been banned for life from the NBA for violating league gambling rules. Porter pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud after an investigation found he disclosed confidential information to bettors and wagered on NBA games. This ban is part of a larger federal probe into illegal sports betting.
February 2019 — 1 developments
The NBA issues a statement refuting an ESPN article that revisited the Donaghy scandal, asserting th…
The NBA issues a statement refuting an ESPN article that revisited the Donaghy scandal, asserting that its own comprehensive investigation found no evidence of game-fixing beyond Donaghy's actions and highlighting its updated integrity programs.
November 2009 — 1 developments
Tim Donaghy is released from federal prison after serving 11 months of his 15-month sentence.
Tim Donaghy is released from federal prison after serving 11 months of his 15-month sentence.
July 2008 — 1 developments
Tim Donaghy is sentenced to 15 months in federal prison and three years of supervised release.
Tim Donaghy is sentenced to 15 months in federal prison and three years of supervised release. His co-conspirators, James Battista and Thomas Martino, also receive prison sentences.
August 2007 — 1 developments
Donaghy pleads guilty in federal court to two felony charges: conspiracy to commit wire fraud and co…
Donaghy pleads guilty in federal court to two felony charges: conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to transmit wagering information, admitting to taking cash payoffs and betting on games he officiated.
July 2007 — 1 developments
Tim Donaghy resigns from the NBA amidst reports of the FBI investigation into his gambling activities.
Tim Donaghy resigns from the NBA amidst reports of the FBI investigation into his gambling activities.
June 2007 — 1 developments
The FBI contacts the NBA to inform them of an ongoing investigation into allegations that a referee was betting on games.
The FBI contacts the NBA to inform them of an ongoing investigation into allegations that a referee was betting on games.
December 2006 — 1 developments
Donaghy meets with professional gamblers James Battista and Thomas Martino, agreeing to provide them with inside information and picks for NBA games in exchange for money.
Donaghy meets with professional gamblers James Battista and Thomas Martino, agreeing to provide them with inside information and picks for NBA games in exchange for money.
January 2003 — 1 developments
NBA referee Tim Donaghy begins placing bets on NBA games, including those he officiated, with friends and gamblers.
NBA referee Tim Donaghy begins placing bets on NBA games, including those he officiated, with friends and gamblers.