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Damon Jones Pleads Not Guilty in FBI Gambling Probe

CBS NewsDecember 5, 20251 min2,202 views
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Damon Jones's Arraignment

  • πŸ€ Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones pleaded not guilty to fraud and money laundering charges.
  • βš–οΈ Jones appeared for two arraignments, facing charges of wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy.

Allegations in the Gambling Probe

  • πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™‚οΈ Jones is accused of providing game day details to an organized gambling ring, including injury status and player availability.
  • ⚠️ This allegedly included tipping off information about his former teammate, LeBron James.
  • πŸ”— The case is described as complex, with alleged ties to the mafia and over 30 defendants.

Release and Next Steps

  • πŸ’° Damon Jones was released on a $200,000 bond, secured by his parents' houses.
  • πŸ—“οΈ His next court date is scheduled for November 24th.
  • πŸ‘₯ Other high-profile names involved, such as Portland Trailblazers coach Chanty Bips and Miami guard Terry Roger, will also have upcoming court dates.
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