All articles tagged with #game fixing
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ESPN
Six college basketball players from three schools were involved in betting schemes, including game manipulation and sharing insider information, leading to permanent eligibility revocations by the NCAA.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNBC
Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups is alleged to be an unnamed co-conspirator in a criminal case involving plans to intentionally lose a 2023 NBA game to improve draft prospects, with further charges related to underground poker schemes and illegal sports betting. Billups, not charged in the betting case, was arrested on separate charges linked to Mafia-related poker fraud. The indictment details a scheme where bets totaling around $100,000 were placed on the Blazers losing, with key players being benched to facilitate the plan.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
The NCAA is investigating a widespread gambling scandal involving 13 former college basketball players across six schools, with some cases overlapping and linked to a federal probe into game fixing and point shaving, amid ongoing criminal charges and extensive public reporting.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Mediaite
Former NBA player Jontay Porter was banned for life for betting on games and allegedly throwing games to settle gambling debts. Porter reportedly took himself out of games early to ensure his player prop bets hit the "under," leading to significant profits for a group of co-conspirators. Federal prosecutors have arrested Long Li Pham, who placed bets knowing Porter would throw the games, as he attempted to flee the country.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC Sports
The NFL conducted a video conference call to address legalized sports betting and its impact on the perception of game integrity, emphasizing the need to counter speculation, distrust, and accusations of point-shaving or game-fixing. NFL executive Jeff Miller outlined efforts to educate, work with betting partners, advocate for consumer protections, and promote transparency. However, the league did not directly address whether it is witnessing such speculation, leaving unanswered questions about its connection to fans and the effectiveness of its prevention efforts. The article also highlights the need for the NFL to improve officiating to counter perceptions of game-fixing.