Exiled NBA Star Malik Beasley Takes U-Turn on Federal Probe After Claiming Innocence

Malik Beasley has notified a federal court of his intention to change his plea in an ongoing sports gambling investigation. The nine-year NBA veteran originally pleaded not guilty in July to charges including bribery, wire fraud conspiracy, and money laundering conspiracy. Beasley's attorney confirmed active negotiations with the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York, with a formal resolution expected shortly.

Prosecutors allege Beasley manipulated his on-court performance during four games with the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2023-24 season to clear personal gambling debts. Co-defendants Robert Gorodetsky and Ernesto Plascencia also plan to plead guilty, while Ed Davis maintains his innocence. Beasley's career stalled following the investigation after the Detroit Pistons rescinded a reported three-year, $42 million contract offer in 2025.