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Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis charged in gambling scandal
By The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis have been indicted in the latest round of charges in the government’s gambling investigation, authorities said Monday.
When he was playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024, Beasley agreed to tailor his performance based on betting trends in those ga...
Key takeaway When he was playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024, Beasley agreed to tailor his performance based on betting trends in those ga...
Why this matters in Frisco News
The indictment of former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis in a gambling scandal has significant implications for the integrity of sports in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. As a community that takes great pride in its sports teams and events, Frisco residents should be concerned about the potential erosion of trust in athletic competitions. The fact that hundreds of thousands of dollars were involved in the scheme and that it allegedly involved exploiting inside NBA information for profit raises questions about the prevalence of similar activities in local sports. With the growing popularity of sports betting in Texas, it is crucial for local authorities and sports organizations to ensure that measures are in place to prevent such schemes and maintain the integrity of sports in the region. The connection to former NBA player Damon Jones, who pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud, also highlights the need for vigilance in monitoring sports betting activities in the area.
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Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis have been indicted in the latest round of charges in the government’s gambling investigation, authorities said Monday.
When he was playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024, Beasley agreed to tailor his performance based on betting trends in those ga...
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