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Former NBA players Malik Beasley, Ed Davis are latest to be charged in gambling scandal
By ABC at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 29, 2026
· 4 min read
Former NBA player Malik Beasley has been indicted in the government’s sprawling investigation of illicit gambling on basketball games, accused of tailoring his 2024 performance with the Milwaukee Bucks to reward bettors and chip away at his own financial problems, authorities said Monday.
Beasley...
Key takeaway Beasley has been out of the NBA since playing with the Detroit Pistons in 2024-25.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The indictment of former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis has significant implications for the Twin Cities sports community, where Beasley has ties from his time with the Minnesota Timberwolves. As the investigation unfolds, local fans may be left wondering about the potential impact on the integrity of professional sports in the area. The fact that Beasley's financial woes, including millions of dollars in gambling losses, may have contributed to his alleged involvement in the scheme raises questions about the support systems in place for athletes struggling with financial issues. The NBA's commitment to cooperating with authorities and prioritizing the integrity of the game will be closely watched by local fans, who expect a high level of honesty and fairness from their teams. As the case moves forward, it will be important to see how the league and local teams respond to these allegations and work to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Former NBA player Malik Beasley has been indicted in the government’s sprawling investigation of illicit gambling on basketball games, accused of tailoring his 2024 performance with the Milwaukee Bucks to reward bettors and chip away at his own financial problems, authorities said Monday.
Beasley...
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