US Attorney: Sportsbooks Were Victims in NBA Gambling Scheme

NBA Gambling Scheme and Sportsbook Involvement

• 🎯 US Attorney Joseph Nocella stated that online sportsbooks were victims in the recent NBA gambling case.
• 💡 The investigation concluded that the sportsbooks themselves did not perpetrate any unlawful acts.
• ❓ While specific sportsbooks used were not disclosed, Nocella indicated this information would be made public.

Recruitment and Investigation Details

• ❓ The US Attorney's office is not at liberty to disclose the specific access points or methods used to recruit individuals, including famous people, into the schemes.
• 🤝 The NBA cooperated with the investigation.
• 🏀 The investigations announced did not involve college basketball.

Jury Sympathy and Legal Presumptions

• ⚖️ When questioned about potential jury sympathy for victims that are large gambling companies, Nocella reiterated that all defendants are presumed innocent.
• 🗣️ He expressed confidence that the prosecution would present evidence to demonstrate guilt at trial.