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Chauncey Billups Arrested by FBI for Illegal Poker Operation

Current Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups was arrested on October 23rd, 2025 in connection to an illegal gambling operation.

The Sports Daily · Oct 23, 2025

Terry Rozier, Chauncey Billups to Be Released From Federal Custody on Thursday

They were both arrested by the FBI on Thursday for two separate illegal gambling and poker cases.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 23, 2025

Damon Jones, Not Chauncey Billups, Is ‘NBA’s Biggest Liability’ in Gambling Scandal

The former NBA player’s indictment included a reference to LeBron, which could be worrisome for how non-public information was shared.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 23, 2025

Can the Nuggets Win Another Title With Nikola Jokić? Assessing Recent Moves

Denver made some significant deals to add to a core headlined by three-time MVP Jokić.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 23, 2025

NBA Gambling Scandal: FBI Exposes Bombshell Details, Including X-Ray Table And Special Contact Lenses

“These operatives included capos and multiple soldiers from the Bonanno, Gambino, Lucchese and Genovese crime families.”

Bored Panda · Oct 23, 2025

Gambling Ad Disappears From ESPN Ticker As 'Get Up' Hosts Discuss FBI Investigation

The broadcast's bottom ticker, featuring an ad for ESPN Bet, disappeared as Mike Greenberg spoke of Terry Rozier's and Chauncey Billups's arrests.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 23, 2025

How it Worked: Bets flowed after NBA player told pal he'd skip much of game, indictment says

An indictment says gambling money flowed after NBA player Terry Rozier told a pal that he would be exiting early from a game with the Charlotte Hornets in 2023

The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2025

‘Quarterbacks,’ ‘face cards’ and spy tech: How the Mafia allegedly teamed up with NBA stars to rip off high-stakes poker games

Feds say star basketball players lured victims to rigged poker games enforced by New York mobsters

The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2025

Three Pacers That Can Keep Indiana Competitive With Tyrese Haliburton Out for Season

It will take everyone, but these three can each contribute something different to keep the season moving.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 23, 2025

Today’s NBA Gambling Arrests Represent a Fork in the Road for Roger Goodell, NFL Owners

The league can attempt to exist as is, or become the anti-gambling sport of choice, bolstering its long-term health.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 23, 2025