Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis were indicted on Monday as part of a federal investigation into illegal sports gambling, according to authorities. The indictment alleges that while playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024, Beasley agreed to adjust his performance based on prop bets during certain games.
Key Takeaways
Two former NBA players, Malik Beasley and Ed Davis, have been indicted as part of a broader federal investigation into sports gambling. Prosecutors allege that Beasley tailored his on-court performance to influence betting outcomes while playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024.
- Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis charged with conspiracy and bribery in a federal gambling probe
- Beasley allegedly altered game performances based on prop bets, involving hundreds of thousands of dollars
- The indictment names six individuals, including an NBA player agent, linked to the scheme
- Both players have legal representation but have not yet publicly responded to the charges
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▼Source Claims Check
High ConsensusAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 3 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of People Indicted | Broad Agreement | 6 people named in the indictment | |
| Allegations Against Malik Beasley | Broad Agreement | Beasley tailored performance based on prop bets in certain games | |
| Role Of Ed Davis | Broad Agreement | Davis acted as Beasley's gatekeeper in the scheme, placing bets on his performance. |
Number Of People Indicted
Broad Agreement6 people named in the indictment
Allegations Against Malik Beasley
Broad AgreementBeasley tailored performance based on prop bets in certain games
Role Of Ed Davis
Broad AgreementDavis acted as Beasley's gatekeeper in the scheme, placing bets on his performance.
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The U.S. Attorney Joseph Nocella Jr. stated that Beasley and others 'turned professional basketball into a criminal betting operation,' which he said eroded the integrity of American sports and victimized fans. The scheme involved hundreds of thousands of dollars, according to prosecutors. Attorneys for both players did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
The indictment names six individuals in total, including an NBA player agent identified as Paolo Zamorano, who allegedly acted as a gatekeeper in the scheme. According to CBS News, Beasley and Davis coordinated ahead of games to decide whether he should underperform or overperform on the court. The defendants were arrested Monday at various locations across the U.S., with arraignments scheduled in New York.
Beasley last played for the Detroit Pistons during the 2024-25 season, averaging 16 points per game. He is one of five players in NBA history to make over 300 three-pointers in a single season but has not played in the league since due to his involvement in the betting investigations. Davis, primarily known as a backup player throughout his 12-year career with eight different franchises, earned approximately $48 million and last appeared in the NBA in 2022.
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