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Former Laker Malik Beasley agrees to plead guilty in federal court over gambling ring involvement

Former NBA player Malik Beasley has agreed to plead guilty in a federal case tied to an alleged gambling ring. He has been accused of illegally manipulating his performance in NBA games.

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 7:55 PM
Former Laker Malik Beasley agrees to plead guilty in federal court over gambling ring involvement
Key Things to Know
  • Malik Beasley has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges concerning his role in an NBA betting scheme.
  • Beasley's attorney Steve Haney confirmed that the former guard will formally enter his plea on December 9.
  • The federal investigation involves wire fraud and bribery connected to Beasley's on-court basketball performance.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former NBA guard Malik Beasley has agreed to plead guilty in federal court following charges related to his involvement in an illegal sports betting and bribery scheme. According to his attorney, Steve Haney, the former Los Angeles Lakers and Detroit Pistons player is scheduled to formally enter his guilty plea on December 9.

The federal case centers on accusations of bribery and wire fraud tied directly to Beasley's on-court performance during his NBA career, including the 2023–24 season with the Milwaukee Bucks. The sweeping investigation has resulted in more than three dozen arrests connected to the gambling ring.

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