Miami NBA player Terry Rozier remains under scrutiny for potential ties to an unlawful gambling operation
In a shocking turn of events, two prominent NBA players, Terry Rozier and Malik Beasley, are currently under investigation by the U.S. Attorney's Office for their alleged involvement in gambling activities related to NBA games and proposition bets.
Terry Rozier, a 31-year-old shooting guard, has been under investigation since January, when The Wall Street Journal first reported that the probe was looking into his relationship with an illegal sports betting scheme. The investigation has been ongoing for six months, and Rozier, who is currently playing for the Miami Heat, has not publicly commented on the matter.
Rozier's performances for the Heat against the Cleveland Cavaliers in March have been a subject of criticism, and his exit from a game against the New Orleans Pelicans in March due to foot soreness has also come under scrutiny. The NBA conducted an investigation into the game after a sportsbook operator flagged suspicious betting activity. However, the league found no violations of league rules by Rozier.
Meanwhile, the federal probe remains active, and Rozier has not been fully cleared on that front. The investigation also includes other players, such as Malik Beasley and Jontay Porter. Rozier's attorney has clarified that the federal investigation remains ongoing with no charges made public yet.
Beasley, a guard for the Detroit Pistons, was in talks for a new three-year, $42 million contract, but those talks have been paused due to the probe. His attorney states Beasley has not been charged and emphasizes the presumption of innocence. Beasley was playing for the Milwaukee Bucks during the time of the investigation.
The federal investigation into Beasley's case emerged after the investigation into Rozier's case. Federal investigators revealed that the illegal betting ring had bet heavily against Rozier in player prop betting markets with insider information. Jontay Porter, who received a lifetime ban from the NBA in April 2024, was linked to the illegal sports betting scheme.
The game in question was played against the New Orleans Pelicans. It's important to note that Rozier was not found to have violated league rules for the game in question, but some social media users have expressed doubts about his involvement.
With over $100m in NBA career earnings, there are speculations about why Rozier might risk his career if the allegations turn out to be true. The details of Beasley's financial troubles have not been made public.
Both Rozier and Beasley's legal situations are still uncertain as the federal probes continue. It is crucial to remember that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
This ongoing investigation serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers and consequences of illegal gambling activities within professional sports. The NBA, along with the U.S. Attorney's Office, continues to work diligently to ensure the integrity of the league and the sport as a whole.
Terry Rozier, a basketball player for the Miami Heat, has been under investigation since January for his alleged involvement in gambling activities related to NBA games and proposition bets, including basketball games such as the NBA. Malik Beasley, a guard who has previously played for the Milwaukee Bucks and is currently in talks for a new contract with the Detroit Pistons, is also under investigation for similar allegations, and both players are yet to be cleared by federal authorities.
