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(AsiaGameHub) – Federal authorities intend to incorporate a bribery count against Terry Rozier, further complicating an ongoing NBA wagering investigation that already encompasses allegations of fraud, money laundering, the manipulation of player prop bets, and the misuse of confidential information.
Key Details
- Terry Rozier previously entered a not guilty plea regarding fraud accusations stemming from a federal indictment issued last October.
- According to prosecutors, recent evidence suggests Rozier both requested and received a bribe.
- While Rozier is scheduled for a court appearance on June 10, the additional charges are anticipated to be filed by the middle of May.
Prosecutors Introduce New Allegation Amidst Rozier’s Legal Defense
Terry Rozier may soon be formally charged with bribery in connection to a federal gambling probe linked to his early departure from a March 2023 game during his tenure with the Charlotte Hornets. As reported by The New York Times, a representative for the Eastern District of New York informed the court on Monday that prosecutors possess evidence indicating Rozier solicited and took a bribe.
This development occurred during a hearing in which Rozier’s legal counsel moved to have the case dismissed. Prosecutors stated their intention to present the new charge to a grand jury by mid-May.
Rozier is currently defending himself against counts of wire fraud and money laundering. Following his arrest early in the NBA season, he was released on a $3 million bond and entered a plea of not guilty in December. His next scheduled court appearance is June 10.
In court, prosecutors asserted that the former Miami Heat guard deprived “the NBA and the Charlotte Hornets of Mr. Rozier’s honest services.”
The investigation focuses on player prop bets, a segment of the sports betting market that allows wagers on specific individual statistics rather than just the game’s outcome. The initial indictment alleges that Rozier informed his associate, Deniro Laster, of his plan to exit a March 2023 game prematurely by feigning an injury.
Laster reportedly relayed this information to a betting syndicate connected to broader investigations involving Jontay Porter and NCAA basketball. The group is accused of wagering over $200,000 on the “under” for Rozier’s player props.
Furthermore, prosecutors claim that Rozier and Laster shared in the profits, with cash being counted at Rozier’s residence. Following his arrest, the NBA suspended Rozier without pay, and the Heat terminated his contract earlier in April.
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